Activities
Carrington Resort offers a range of Northland activities for guests to enjoy, from relaxation to adventure.
Golf
Carrington boasts a championship standard, 18-hole golf course, designed by Matt Dye. The course is surrounded by sweeping vistas of the Pacific Ocean and the vineyards of Karikari Estate, the northernmost winery in New Zealand.
Skeet and Trap Shooting
Carrington has one of the finest private ranges in New Zealand of Olympic quality range. We can arrange instruction and group lessons starting at $85 per person (minimum 2 people).
Swimming
As well as the outdoor infinity pool and heated spa, Carrington Resort is surrounded by superb beaches that are safe for swimming and wonderful for walking. Karikari Beach has spectacular, 15 metre sand dunes and Maitai Bay is less than 5 minutes away.
Canoeing
Take one of our "Canadians" out on the waterways of the Estate, complimentary to all guests.
Tennis
There are two championship tennis courts with artificial grass surfaces, also complimentary.
Petanque
Our court looks out over the Pacific Ocean.
Scuba Diving
There are certified dive instructors on the peninsula who will take you to some of the most breathtaking dive spots in the world. Introductory lessons with a pool dive can be arranged at the resort.
Walking/Hiking
There are many trails on the Estate, vineyard, beaches and the peninsula. We can arrange for escorted, more challenging hikes.
Wine Tasting/Winery Tour
Join us for an informative tour of Karikari Estate Winery and Vineyard, see the winery in action and chat with our winemaker.
Bird Watching
Carrington's environmental restoration work to protect the sand dunes and regenerate the 900 acres of wetlands adjacent to the golf course is attracting back native land and sea birds. The New Zealand Dotteral, a threatened species, is thriving on Karikari Beach. The wetlands and beaches offer wonderful opportunities for observing birds in the wild.
Mountain Bikes
Explore Carrington Farms and Karikari Peninsula on a mountain bike. Bikes are complimentary for guests' use; our only request is that they are not used on the golf course.
Picnic Hampers
Custom made picnics with a choice of beverages including our award wining wines from Karikari Estate are available to enjoy on the secluded Karikari Beach, up to Karikari Estate Vineyards or a quiet spot on Carrington Farms. Picnics start at $25 per person.
Fishing
The waters of the Far North offer some of New Zealand's best game, deep sea and land based fishing. Most of the world records for striped marlin of varying classes have been established off the tip of the Karikari Peninsula. Carrington arranges deep sea fishing expeditions with experienced local captains. Surf casting from the beach is also popular. Our chefs are happy to cook any catch of the day.