The Summit Lodge is central to a large number of visitor activities in the Wairarapa region.

For tramping information see the DOC website.

A visit to the Pukaha Mt Bruce Wildlife Centre is a must - Click here for the Pukaha Mt Bruce site.

Gladstone is home to the world-famous Stonehenge Aotearoa, a replica of the ancient stone circle in Wiltshire, England - click to see what Stonehenge offers.

There are 6 golf courses in the Wairarapa.

Visit nearby Martinborough, famous for its vineyards, or the nearby East Taratahi area which is also producing world class wines.

See how wagon wheels are made at the Wheelwright Shop which is right next door to the Summit Lodge. Greg and Ali Lang are the only full-time wheelwrights in New Zealand and were heavily involved in making wheels and vehicles for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy.

There's also hot air ballooning, hunting, fishing, horse riding, cycling, kayaking, running, hang gliding, scenic flights, parachute jumping … Talk to us about your interests and we will find out for you what is available!

Wairarapa is host to a number of events, particularly over summer – the daffodil carnival, Toast Martinborough wine festival, TK Day, Alana Vineyard concerts, cycling events, car rallies, drag racing, Wings over Wairarapa and more ... Check out Destination Wairarapa's website

Wairarapa is famous for fresh, succulent produce and there are numerous food and wine related experiences to be had right on our doorstep.