Fernland Spa Thermal Mineral Springs
Fernland Spa is 5 minutes drive from the Academy Motor Inn. These pools are set in a beautiful secluded valley with large picnic areas and a spectacular back drop of towering native bush & ferns.
Experience the health benefits of bathing in pure soda, crystal clear non-chlorinated mineral water flowing constantly in all pools. Enjoy the ambiance of the main pool or a spacious private spa. Rejuvenate with a massage by one of our experience therapists
Fernland Spa Thermal Mineral Springs
250 Cambridge Road
TAURANGA
Phone/Fax: Local: 07 5783081 Web: www.fernlandspa.co.nz
The Historic Village
Visit The Historic Village on 17th Avenue (which is about 900m down the road from the Academy Motor Inn). This Village offers a unique historic, scenic & shopping experience.
Experience the atmosphere while browsing in one of the many craft shops then grab some coffee and cake or enjoy a scrumptious lunch in this pleasant and relaxing environment.
The Historic Village also offers venues to hire. Whether you need a large conference venue with full on-site catering or a smaller more casual meeting place, they have a great range of facilities to suit most needs and budgets.
The Historic Village is also home to some of the most exciting street events in Tauranga including the famed Saturday Markets where you can buy from a great variety of arts and crafts.
The Historic Village
17th Avenue
Gate Pa
Tauranga
Phone: 07 571 3700
Fax: 07 571 3701
vicki@compass.comtrust.co.nz Web: www.thehistoricvillage.co.nz
Walks - Below is a couple of walks just down the road from the Academy Motor Inn……
Waikareao Estuary Walk: An easy walking track with a 2 hour return loop and many shorter sections. Tracks around the estuary view native bush and grassed areas and boardwalks through the mangrove tidal zone make it easier for walkers to see flora and fauna. There are plenty of grassy areas for picnic spots, cycling is permitted, but not motorbikes.
Yatton Park Walk: An easy walk, just 1 hour return. Enter from the Fraser Street entrance and follow the Waimapu Estuary to Yatton Park. The park contains some of Tauranga oldest trees, 16 are the largest of their species in the North Island. The park offers picnic areas, a playground and public toilets. Cycling is not permitted.
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