Maunga to Moana Program

From NZD $40.00
  • Duration: 4 Days (approx.)
  • Location: Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Thanks to the Tu Manawa Fund and Sport Bay of Plenty for funding this initiative. This support has helped remove financial barriers that might prevent participation in our program, and we are privileged to offer this holiday program exclusively to those who have applied for and successfully received the funding. Please read through to the end to find out how to apply.


Register your children for our Maunga to Moana Holiday Program! A unique opportunity where fun-filled adventures meet hands on learning in the great outdoors.


Open to students in Year 7 to Year 13 (ages 10-18), the program runs over four 5 hours sessions during the school holidays. Choose to participate in one or both weeks, each packed with engaging and memorable experiences.


Program Highlights:

Stand Up Paddle: Skill development, Games, Rescue Training and Adventures

Waka Ama: Skill development, Racing, Rescue, Training, Adventures

Activities on Mauao: Raranga (Weaving), Rongoa (Plant Medicine)

Extras: Swimming, Diving, Fishing and more

Bad weather options: Mount Hot Pools and Movies


Program Schedule:

Days: Monday to Thursday

Time: 9:30am to 2:30pm

When: Term 3 and Term 1 School Holidays


Participants must:

Be prepared to get wet each session

Bring food, water, sun protection, warm gears and a change of clothes

Disclose any medical concerns

Be able to commit to all 4 days