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Organic Explorer has carved out a name for itself as a comprehensive resource for travellers seeking eco-friendly experiences in New Zealand.
Through its website and travel guides, it has provided travellers with an abundance of information about everything from organic cafe's and eco-lodges to nature tourism and Maori cultural experiences.
But Organic Explorer’s efforts have gone further than just informing travellers about the variety of eco-friendly experiences available in New Zealand. It has also helped raise international awareness of New Zealand as a visitor destination.
Eco-tourism experiences feature on many international visitors’ holiday plans and that will only increase Organic Explorer’s relevance to visitors and local eco-tourism businesses.
Kevin Bowler
Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive
The Tree House
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168 West Coast Road, Motukaraka, Hokianga Harbour
(09) 405 5855 http://www.treehouse.co.nz Full DescriptionEnvironment Friendly ActionWe conserve water We reduce/limit oil/gas carbon emissions We recycle where possible We compost food waste We use sustainable toilet/grey water waste disposal We use bio-degradable cleaning agents We use reclaimed or low embodied energy building materials We instruct staff in green practices We conserve/care for wildlife in our area/ natural pest eradication We participate in community environmental initiatives We use principles of permaculture and/or biodynamic method of farmingOther Environment Friendly InitiativesWhen we swapped from producing our own alternative energy to mains energy we chose a power company that generates energy from local geothermal sources. We have been involved in land restoration and native forest restoration for the last 30 years. Our family is involved in a number of community initiatives including local arts and music events. We are committed to protecting the natural environment, heritage and culture, growing and buying food locally from organic gardens and employing local people.Facilities2 dorm rooms, 2 double cabins and a 2 bedroom twin/double/share cabin. Spacious camping ground for tents. Shared fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Shared living.dining area, library and verandahs. Laundry available. Bring your own sleeping bags, duvets and towels or we can supply all bedding and towels.Total Capacity20 (including campers)ElectronicsPhone & BroadbandActivitiesWalk the nature trail that at The Tree House. Learn about our local plants and animals on The Nature Trail. Walk the local countryside and learn about local history in the heritage precincts of Kohukohu and Rawene. Visit Motuti marae and Mitimiti Beach or take a day trip to kauri forest, galleries, cafes, beaches and sand dunes.Tariff IncludesUse of all facilities, except for use of washing machine and dryer, wireless internet and computer.. Ask about charges for these services.Directions5 kms south of Kohukohu, 2 kms west of Hokianga car ferry, on north side of Hokianga Harbour. |
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Thirty years ago the Evans family moved from Sydney, Australia to Kohukohu, New Zealand to establish a tree and garden landscape, based on permaculture principles, on 6 hectares of farmland beside Hokianga Harbour. The wooden homestead and cabins that Phil and Pauline created are now nestled in to a lush and diverse landscape of trees, subtropical gardens, native forest. woodland,wetlands and birds that is enjoyed by independent travellers and bicycle tourists from New Zealand and around the world.
While at The Tree House, you can choose to relax on the deck of your own cabin or share the outdoor and indoor living spaces of the main wooden homestead.
Kitchen, shower, toilets and laundry are shared by all guests, a maximum of 15 to 20 people. All buildings and facilities and car park are connected by natural gravel paths, wooden stairs ,verandahs and decks.
Enquiries from travellers and small groups are welcome. The hilltop cabin is ideal for a group of up to 4-6 people and the Pond and Brook Cabins for couples or singles looking for a tranquil and peaceful retreat. The dorm rooms are convenient for overnight stays.
After 30 years of forest regeneration and land restoration, the Evans now have a nature trail on their property that winds through a diverse range of coastal forest plant species and native and endemic birds.
Only a few kms from The Tree House are the heritage precincts of Kohukohu and Rawene. These towns grew from the earliest days of New Zealand's settler history that began with early pakeha and maori relationships and exploitation of the abundant stands of mature kauri. Within these precincts are examples of a range of colonial buildings and historic places dating from the 1840's, including NZ's oldest bridge and Clendon House, home of kauri trader and signatory to the Treaty of Waitangi, James Clendon.
Most of the kauri forests still remaining in New Zealand are located in the catchment of Hokianga Harbour, so from the Tree House you can drive to a range of kauri forests, including NZ's tallest and biggest kauri trees in Waipoua forest. On these day trips to kauri forests, you can also visit heritage and maori and european cultural sites, art galleries, local cafes and west coast beaches and boulder sites. Also there are night tours in Puketi forest or a maori cultural "Sandtrails" Beach Buggy tour at Mitimiti Beach.
If you are planning to take day trips around Hokianga Harbour, It is a good idea to buy a $30 5 trip car ticket when you first travel on the car ferry, this will allow you take up to 5 trips on the car ferry for the car and driver.
For those requiring self-contained accommodation a harbourside holiday house is available in the village of Kohukohu, 5 kms from The Tree House. The holiday house is called "Kohukohu Cottage".