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FREE Ako Hoe Waka - Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve - 17 Dec 2026

  • Blockhouse Bay Beach · Auckland
Out and About Auckland  - T\u0101maki Makaurau Publisher / Host Out and About Auckland - Tāmaki Makaurau
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FREE Ako Hoe Waka - Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve - 17 Dec 2026
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REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
**Registrations for this activity open 2 weeks prior to the event**
🌊 FREE Ako Hoe Waka Experience 🌊
Come and experience the excitement of paddling a traditional waka with Ako Hoe Waka / Mātātoa - Time 2 Train!
E ngā mata hari
E ngā mata koa
E ngā mata toa o te motu
Nau mai, pari mai, rere mai ra ki te kaupapa o Mātāwaka nei
He kaupapa whakapiki
He kaupapa whakaora
He kaupapa mo ngā ngai tangata katoa tihei mauri ora
Learn basic te reo Māori, tikanga Māori and waka paddling skills before heading out on the water for a unique cultural and recreational experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau to connect with te ao Māori, work together as a team, and enjoy time outdoors.
✅ FREE activity
✅ All ages welcome
✅ Lifejackets and paddles provided
✅ Family-friendly experience
✅ Bookings essential
Young children can sit between older participants and are not required to paddle. Participants aged seven years and over are expected to paddle where able.
Please note this activity is weather dependent and may be postponed or cancelled if conditions are unsuitable.
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! 🚣🏽‍♀️🚣🏽‍♂️🌊🏞️
Thank you to the Whau Local Board!
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