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MohakaRiver Farm
Unforgettable experiences on the Mohaka River in Hawke’s Bay. Peaceful getaways for couples and families, or come by yourself and relax in comfort. For the adventurous, we have a range of exciting things to do outdoors with warm knowledgeable guides, or enjoy something gentle and calm indoors like sgraffito pottery. Comfortable, thoughtful farmstay accommodation. A destination venue for weddings and corporate events.
Experience
Guided fly fishing, horse treks, crafts, hunting and trails at your doorstep. Stimulate your mind. And if you care to, lots of amazing new friendships are waiting to be made here too.
Our beautiful horses love a good walk in the winter. All-new trails for all levels with fun and safe guides. More on horse treks here.
Our new handmade cottage "The Fireside" is open and it couldn't be cozier - more here.
Relax, talk and spend quality time with friends and family around the brazier. Perfect your marshmallow roasting technique...
Introducing Cultivating Joy - thoughts and reflections of life on Mohaka River Farm by Tressa Wayman. Tress is from the American south and has been married to her South Islander husband Jared for 30 years. Enjoy her humorous observations on all the many weird and wonderful goings-on around her.
Start by reading "The Quilt" - a personal and fascinating glimpse into a family tradition she has brought with her from South Carolina and kept alive right here on the farm.
Read "The Quilt" by Tressa Wayman
Married beside the Mohaka River. Learn more.
Adventures, Crafts & Experiences
Close to both Taupo and Napier, it's easy to get here, but feels a world away from the city. We've got something for most people, be it outdoors and adventurous, or indoors cozy and calm. Our team are warm and love to share their knowledge. If you're in a group with people who can't partake in activities for any reason, simply being here might be enough for them - there are plenty of walks, beautiful sights, farm animals and other things to do/see while here.
Guided Fly Fishing
Raft fishing, heli fishing and spin fishing too
Whether you're a beginner, a seasoned pro or somewhere in the middle, our fly fishing guides will show you the experience of a lifetime fishing the upper Mohaka, Tukituki or Rangitaiki.
Skill and self-reliance
Knife making, log-to-home, hunting and more
Rediscover the satisfaction of making, building and providing. Step into the workshop and learn to make your own custom knife (to keep), go hunting (or fishing) with one of our guides and bring back food for the family. Take a log-to-home tour and gain a greater understanding of how a real, traditional timber frame barn home is made from forest to frame.
Expressive crafts
Pottery, watercolour painting, homesteading and more
Reconnect with the simple joy of creating. From sgraffito pottery to growing gardens and homesteading skills, discover fulfilling crafts that bring creativity, self-sufficiency, and a deeper connection to home and community.
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Stay
All-new farmstay accommodation here in beautiful Hawke's Bay. Between Taupo and Napier, just off State Highway 5.
