Fact file

Essentials:

A stay at Kokako Retreat is from $290 a night.

Visit canopycamping.co.nz/kokako-retreat.

Getting there:

The retreat is 35 minutes’ drive from Rotorua and 40 minutes from Tauranga. You will be sent instructions on how to get there when booking. Air New Zealand has regular flights from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, with domestic network connections. Visit airnz.co.nz.

Carbon footprint:

Flying generates carbon emissions. To reduce your impact, consider other ways of travelling, amalgamate your trips, and when you need to fly, consider offsetting emissions. To offset your carbon emissions, head to airnewzealand.co.nz/sustainability-customer-carbon-offset.

Accessibility:

The retreat is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Playing there:

The Shweeb is from $55. Visit velocityvalley.co.nz. Rail Cruising is from $39 a child, $64 for seniors, and $76 for adults. Visit railcruising.com. Monster 4X4 Thrill Ride is $38 a child, $58 a adult. Visit offroadnz.co.nz.