School camps at Waitaia Lodge

A lakeside, marae-style camp experience where schools can make it their own.

Waitaia Lodge offers schools and kura a relaxed, communal setting for school camps and EOTC. Set beside the lake on Ngamanawa whenua, the lodge has a marae-style feel, with space for students to come together, share meals, take part in activities and enjoy being away from the classroom.

The lodge is available for self-catered hire, giving schools the freedom to bring their own programme, activities and approach to camp. With accommodation for up to 30 people, as well as space for tents, it can provide the setting for a genuine, shared camp experience.

A large outdoor deck, communal spaces and the lakeside setting create plenty of room for schools to gather, relax and run their own activities.

It’s also a great base for kapa haka groups, sports teams and group accommodation for events such as the AIMS Games.

Waitaia Lodge provides the setting — we welcome you, your programme and your energy.