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Things to Do in Matamata

Things to see and do in Matamata, Matamata highlights, Matamata activities and attractions, and points of interest in Matamata - the ALL NEW Jasons Matamata Things to Do Guide is your complete guide to sightseeing in Matamata.

  • Adventure Activities
    Parachuting, kayaking, gliding and jetboating are among the many acitivities able to be enjoyed from the town.
  • Opal Hot Springs
    Six kilometres from town, the springs offer private mineral pools and a swimming pool.
  • Waharoa Airfield
    Just a short distance outside Matamata, the airfield is the headquarters for gliding enthusiasts from all over the country.
  • Firth Tower
    Firth tower was built in 1882 by Yorkshireman Josiah Firth, who negotiated with Maori leaders during the Waikato Land War. It boasts 24 rifle loopholes and 45cm-thick walls.
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Tours
    Rings Scenic Tours offer tours to the private 10 hectare sheep farm that was transformed into the Shire for the Lord of the Rings film trilogy, showing visitors where filming took place and explaining how the Hobbiton set was created.

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