Things to Do
 | Dropzone NZ Ltd | |
| Matamata Airfield, SH27, Matamata | ||
| p | (027) 4942 537 | |
| e | dropzonenz@xtra.co.nz | |
| w | www.dropzonenz.co.nz | |
| Come tandem skydiving and experience the ultimate thrill of freefalling at speeds of over 200km/hr and breathtaking views as you parachute back to the dropzone. Forget the rest, jump with the best. | ||
 | Gliding | |
| p | (07) 888 5972 | |
| w | www.glidingmatamata.co.nz | |
| Up-drafts from the Kaimai Ranges create ideal conditions for gliding, making Matamata a world-renowned gliding site. Scenic flights are available by arrangement. | ||
 | Hobbiton Movie Set Tour | |
| p | (07) 888 6838 | |
| e | office@hobbitontours.com | |
| w | www.hobbitontours.com | |
| Guided daily tours are available ex Matamata and Rotorua to the original Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The set has been returned to its natural state, however hobbit holes and some structures are still present. Tours depart from the Matamata i-SITE or from The Shire. | ||
 | Kaimai Cheese Cafe | |
| Hawes Street | ||
| p | (07) 888 8490 | |
| f | (07) 888 5996 | |
| e | info@kaimai.co.nz | |
| w | www.kaimai.co.nz | |
| A new ‘top shelf’ specialty cheese producer making genuinely ‘natural’ cheeses. The Kaimai building is a replica of an old historic 1920’s Butter Factory. Relax and enjoy a lovely meal or snack, watch the cheese making process, then sample and purchase some of our sensational cheese or gourmet items. | ||
 | Middle Earth Flying School | |
| Waharoa Airfield | ||
| p | (07) 888 8011 - David Giles | |
| e | david@meadowbrook.co.nz | |
| w | www.middleearthflyingschool.co.nz | |
| Situated at the Waharoa Airfield, the Middle Earth Flying School trains for private pilots licences plus all other cortication required for CAA licences. Phone for an appointment to discuss your requirements. | ||
 | Opal Hot Springs | |
| Okauia Springs Road, RD1, Matamata | ||
| p | (07) 888 8198 Reservations: 0800 800 198 | |
| f | (07) 888 5813 | |
| e | info@opalhotsprings.co.nz | |
| w | www.opalhotsprings.co.nz | |
| A new ‘top shelf’ specialty cheese producer making genuinely ‘natural’ cheeses. The Kaimai building is a replica of an old historic 1920’s Butter Factory. Relax and enjoy a lovely meal or snack, watch the cheese making process, then sample and purchase some of our sensational cheese or gourmet items. | ||
 | Sky Dive Waikato | |
| Matamata Airfield, SH27, Matamata | ||
| p | 0508 SKYDIVE / (07) 888 8763 | |
| w | www.freefall.co.nz | |
| Jump tandem or solo! Advanced training. Photos, videos, souvenirs, minibus and accommodation. The staff at SkyDive Waikato are highly qualified professionals. There is a high emphasis on safety and only the best equipment is used. Jumping seven days, weather permitting. | ||
 | Strathellon Alpacas | |
| 339 Te Poi South Road, RD3, Matamata | ||
| p | (07) 888 2626 | |
| m | 027 484 2206 | |
| e | strathellon@maxnet.co.nz | |
| Visit our hardy, intelligent, loveable alpacas, originally from South America and farmed by the Incas. Beautiful alpacas and fibre for sale. Groups by prior arrangement. | ||
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