Recreational Activities

Whitianga and the surrounding Mercury Bay area is a recreational paradise!

Sports and recreation equipment are available for guests for a small fee. The equipment includes bicycles, tennis racquets badminton racquets, fishing gear and kayak. Off street parking is available 

We even have shovels for you to dig your own Hot Pool at the famous Hot Water Beach!

Day excursions such as fishing, trekking and horse riding can be made by arrangement.

Also available are Maori Tours exclusive to International Lodge. Sample some of the Food available and enjoy the Maori History and Stories. Bookings are required for the Maori Tours.


Making your own pottery


Fun at Hot Water Beach

Horse Riding

Learning how to surf
Banana Boat Ride at Cathedral Cove