The Karioi Lodge is located in beautiful Whale Bay in Raglan and set upon a 110 acre nature reserve. If you like nature and the great outdoors plus a relaxed, cruisy atmosphere, this will be paradise for you! The lodge is also home of the Raglan Surfing School. Surfing Lessons and Surfboard and wetsuit rentals are available year round along with transportation to the beach plus free homemade soup in the winter. We also offer surf/accommodation packages. The Lodge has loads of FREE activities i.e. Flying Fox, Low Ropes Course,Bush Walks, Coastal Sunsets, Table Tennis and Indoor basketball. Cozy lounge room has Pool Table, Air soccer table, Broadband Internet, Darts, Videos/DVD and Satellite TV. $12 legendary gourmet dinners are on most nights (need minimum numbers). There is also a great SAUNA for guests to relax in & Mountain Bikes available for hire ($5). Daily Transportation is available to the Beach and Raglan Town. Rooms are heated and all bedding is provided. A true backpacking experience!!