Gilmour Reserve Tours

Gilmour Reserve featuring a lake or waterhole, a park and a fountain
Waihi featuring a river or creek and a park
Waihi showing a lake or waterhole and bird life
Waihi featuring bird life and a pond
Waihi which includes a park and a river or creek
Protected from development, Gilmour Reserve attracts an impressive range of fauna. Find out how the local community has worked closely to preserve the natural environment here.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when visiting Waihi. Gilmour Reserve is an ideal place to kick off here, but there are plenty of other worthwhile spots to consider. The Waterlily Gardens, Owharoa Falls, and Orokawa Bay are not far from the nature reserve and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Sudima Auckland Airport

Sudima Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
Mangere
per person
Sep 2 - Sep 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Auckland (AKL)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Great place to stay before catching a flight in the early morning, staff were very friendly and helpful, parking was easy, and very close to the airport.

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

The Sebel Auckland Manukau

The Sebel Auckland Manukau

4.5 out of 5
Manukau
per person
Sep 2 - Sep 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Auckland (AKL)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
Nice hotel, good area that was close to a lot of things. Bit of a shame you had to pay for parking though. Room was nice and clean, there was a bit of mould in the shower and I thought there could have been a couple more utensils, 2 plates and cups and cutlery between 3 people was a pain. Overall was a nice place to stay

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
Mangere
per person
Sep 2 - Sep 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Auckland (AKL)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,409 reviews)
Shuttle Service was excellent; Location was great, 5 minutes from airport; Bed were great. It was wonderful;

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Popular places to visit

Waihi featuring a small town or village

Seddon St

You can find out about the history of Waihi when you stop by Seddon St. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Seddon St
Martha Mine featuring heritage architecture

Martha Mine

Learn about the evolution of gold and silver mining and go on a tour to get close to the huge open pit of this still active mine.

Martha Mine
Paeroa which includes a waterfall

Owharoa Falls

Join locals splashing in the pool of the first of three beautiful waterfalls dotted along the Taieri Stream outside Waikino.

Owharoa Falls
Old railway goldminers trolley

Historical Athenree Homestead

You can find out about the history of Athenree Gorge when you stop by Historical Athenree Homestead. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Historical Athenree Homestead
Karangahake Gorge showing railway items and hiking or walking as well as a couple

Karangahake Gorge

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore this rainforest gorge which has tunnels hollowed out by gold miners a rushing river, and calm pools that provide an excellent spot for swimming in the summer.

Karangahake Gorge
Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides featuring forest scenes

Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides

Named one of New Zealand’s most scenic bike trails, this is a fun and energetic way to explore the Paeroa area and its mining history.

Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides

Best Lodging Options Near Gilmour Reserve

Palm Motel Waihi
Palm Motel Waihi
3 out of 5
123 Parry Palm Avenue, Formerly 2 Parry Palm Avenue, Waihi
Palm Motel Waihi
Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach
4.5 out of 5
15 Beach Road, Waihi Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
3.5 out of 5
21 Leo Street, Waihi Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
Relax Waihi Beach Style.
Relax Waihi Beach Style.
Waihi Beach
Relax Waihi Beach Style.
Simply the best! Beach front, uninterrupted great views from all rooms
Simply the best! Beach front, uninterrupted great views from all rooms
Whiritoa
Simply the best! Beach front, uninterrupted great views from all rooms
Pedlars Motel
Pedlars Motel
3.5 out of 5
2a Arney St, Paeroa
Pedlars Motel
ASURE Kaimai View Motel
ASURE Kaimai View Motel
2.5 out of 5
84 Main Road, Katikati, Bay of Plenty
ASURE Kaimai View Motel
Patuwai ('By the Water')
Patuwai ('By the Water')
Whangamata
Patuwai ('By the Water')
Tui's Rest Whangamata- DOGS WELCOME, suitable for families
Tui's Rest Whangamata- DOGS WELCOME, suitable for families
Whangamata
Tui's Rest Whangamata- DOGS WELCOME, suitable for families
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