What's On

We offer many workshops, activities and events for you to transform your consciousness and our world.

Activities

Workshops, tours & adventures

Reconnect with the land through hands-on experiences led by people who live and breathe this place.

Garden Tours

Come and explore our secret gardens. Learn about ecology, succession planting, food forests, permaculture design and much more.

Introduction to Beekeeping

A hands-on experience covering hive maintenance, bee health, and honey production with supporting theory to start your own yard.

Surfing Classes

Explore the ocean and play with waves. Dan has been surfing for over a decade and shares his passion for surf culture.

Kayaking

Discover an untouched New Zealand estuarine ecosystem. Follow the waterway to a historic port and a marine reserve rich with biodiversity.

Hakea Tour

A captivating journey through Pakoka Scenic Reserve and Hakea. Encounter farm animals, food forests, and sustainability in action.

Glowworms

Join a magical night journey to witness the mesmerising beauty of glow worms in their natural habitat among lush wilderness.

Events

Hakea Gathering

17–22 February 2027

Kotahi karihi nāna ko te wao tapu nui a Tāne. The creation of the forests of Tāne comes from one kernel.

Over the years, Hakea has become a collective project where creativity is gathered and shared in a variety of forms including art, knowledge, music, and much more. The gathering is an intimate family event oriented around community building ethics and a value system that celebrates life, personal growth, creative expression, and connection with Papatūānuku.

Kaitiakitanga

Care of all living systems, our planet, oceans, waterways and forests.

Whanaungatanga

Care for the self, kin and community. We are born to connect.

Manaakitanga

The essence of respectful caring and protection of others.

Koha tiers per person

One Vibe$80

One Tribe$120

Hakea Love$160

Children 12 and under free (Family-Friendly Pass). No one turned away for lack of funds.

A camping style event — bring your tent or van, camping gear, food, warm clothes, swimming gear, and anything that makes you happy.

Explore the Gathering

Get Involved

Volunteer with us

We welcome volunteers, workshop holders, and artists who want to share their talents and co-create meaningful experiences at Hakea.

Share your gift

For all volunteers, workshops and artists interested in sharing your talents in the gathering or at Hakea, please get in touch. We hope to co-create an amazing experience with you.

Volunteer at Hakea Co-create the Gathering

Ready to join us?

Book your spot at a workshop, reserve your camping stay, or get involved in the next Hakea Gathering.