Experience

The Mohaka

Fish the upper Mohaka River, Tukituki or Rangitaiki with world (and New Zealand) fly fishing champion, Noah Shapiro. Whether you're a pro, beginner or somewhere in between, Noah is here to give you an experience you will love on our beautiful local waters. Various ways to fish including raft-fishing and heli-fishing.

Types: Trout (Rainbow, Brown)
Styles: Fly fishing
Fishing gear: Provided

In December, 2025 we opened our two all-new horse trekking tracks. The new tracks have been created on neighbouring properties, which have allowed for entirely new experiences for our horse trekking guests. We have two 3-4 hour options: one for beginners or returning riders, the other is for more confident riders and includes some reasonably challenging terrain, including a river crossing. Refreshments are provided alongside our highly experienced, safety conscious (but fun) horse trekking guides. We also have an option for people with their own well-trained horses to bring them here for a ride.

There is nothing quite like the feeling of wet clay between your fingers. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced pottery artisan you're welcome to enjoy the therapeutic, fulfilling benefits of our pottery classes here on the farm. All pottery is on a wheel and sgraffito is available. Anything you make you would like to keep, we will dry and prepare for you then courier it to your home.

From $186 p.p.

Make your own custom knife under the guidance of master knife maker Kelvin. Choose your desired blade of choice, and over a highly engaging 8-hour class learn every aspect of making your own knife - from cutting and grinding a knife blank, hardening and tempering the blade before finishing with a timber handle and brass bolster. All knives are made using high carbon European steel (15n20 or 1084) and you will keep the knife you have made at the end of it. Attendees aged 13-18 require an adult to accompany them. Refreshments are provided and with small class sizes there is plenty of one-on-one tutoring and assistance. Although you will be using some specialised tools, knowledge and experience will be passed on throughout by Kelvin to give you the confidence to attempt the highly rewarding process at home. The option to do the course over 2 days (4 hours a day) may be available depending on numbers.

Time: 8 hours
Cost: $475 p.p. (packages available)
Refreshments provided

Have you or a loved one ever wondered what goes into making a beautiful home from timber? This summer, with our parters NZ Grown and Heritage Timbercraft we'll be giving our guests the opportunity to see the entire process up close. Spend time in the timber yard, learn how select logs are milled and air dried, gain an understanding of New Zealand timber tree species', how timber is selected for different uses - like which is for beams or cladding - sawmilling, profiling machines, right up to a tour inside finished timber frame barn homes here on the property. For the casual timber enthusiast through to seasoned carpenters this is a fun and interesting tour we know you will love.

Cost: $150 p.p.

Here on the farm we have the natural setting, and facilities to create a corporate event of exceptional standards. Surrounded by mountains and stationed on the banks of the Mohaka River, our conference centre can comfortably host 70 people inside and under the shade of our handmade sheltered pergola. A commercial grade kitchen, wood fired pizza oven, barbecues, braziers and optional catering provide all the basics. Taking it to the next level are the various activities easily available here - from rafting to fishing horse trekking to pottery. We aim to create a true experience for our corporate event guests. For something special, bespoke and team building, get in touch and let's talk.

Family means everything to us and we are thrilled to play a small role in helping families celebrate their togetherness. Whatever you need, just ask. From accommodation to catering, activities for all ages and a beautiful natural setting are all just part of what make Mohaka River Farm a wonderful venue for your next family reunion.

Designated bush and tree covered land is freely available a short drive from our property where you can hunt the elusive Sika Deer. This is fast, exciting hunting and it's hassle-free too. For longer, more intrepid hunting adventures we can arrange transport (including helicopters), hunting guides, and everything required for some of New Zealand's finest hunting experiences nearby.

Animals: Sika Deer