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Message from Tourism NZ

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.

Regards,
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Kevin Bowler
Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive

What People Say


"I have been using OE every single time, when travelling throughout New Zealand. OE fills a niche in the tourism market and does it perfectly by offering high quality and healthy alternatives to organic-minded persons. Thank you very much for your commitment and great work. I hope to see more of OEs in other countries in the future!"
Thierry Boyer

“One of the best investments of the year! It is such a pleasure to get away from the Mrs. Mac’s and Burger Kings and experience the best of NZ.”
Steven Bennett - Peace Pillows NZ


“CONGRATULATIONS on the beautiful book. May it go forth into the world to help transform many people’s lives.”
Leslie Kenton - Author “Raw Energy”

“I have just received a copy of the new book. It is truly spectacular.”
Anne Maloney - Waimarama Maori Tourism

Earth-Built

Charming Earth-Brick, Adobe and Rammed Earth Eco-Accommodations


Stay in an Ecologically-designed house, aimed at being energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly.

Scroll down the page for various Earth-built accommodation options.
Jefferswood

Jefferswood

Jeff and Sandra Sewell,
Camerons Road, Okaramio Marlborough New Zealand

Offering peaceful, comfortable accommodation 5-15 minutes from Havelock Marina, cafes/wineries, many recreational activities and the local airport.

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Hedingham Country Estate

Hedingham Country Estate

John and Angelika de Vere
446 Coatesville-Riverhead Highway, New Zealand

Hedingham Country Estate is an entirely ecologically-designed house, aimed at being energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly.

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Dell Cote Homestay

Dell Cote Homestay

Trish and Barry Oldham
37 Rewarewa Valley Road, New Zealand

Dell Cote Homestay is a charming earth brick and macrocarpa home offering 3 unique guest rooms.

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Sans Souci Inn

Sans Souci Inn

Reto and Vera Balzer
11 Richmond Road, Takaka 7183 New Zealand

Our seven bedroom adobe inn is an artistic blend of Mediterranean and ecological architecture situated in Pohara.

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Wairau Pass Homestay Bed & Breakfast

Wairau Pass Homestay Bed & Breakfast

Helen
8432 State Highway 63 Nelson 7072 New Zealand

Homestay/B&B in sub-alpine area on State Highway 63 - main route between Marlborough and West Coast (via Tasman District). Southern hospitality.

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Golden Bay Hideaway

Golden Bay Hideaway

Antje & Lawrence McIntyre
220 McShane Road Takaka New Zealand

Self contained low energy, passive solar holiday home in a stunning peaceful location with unbeatable views. 9 star HERS rating (out for 10)

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Artists House

Artists House

Gary Nevin and Julie Burns-Nevin
1367 State Highway 25, Coromandel New Zealand

Using their combined skills, Gary and Julie have constructed their biggest sculpture yet … a 2 – storied stabilised Adobe house (living space).

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Earthbush Bed and Breakfast

Earthbush Bed and Breakfast

Barbara Glass
197 Main Road North Paraparaumu New Zealand

Eco friendly Bed and Breakfast

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Muddy Creek Cutting

Muddy Creek Cutting

Kevin or Ross
Rapid 3275 Lauder New Zealand

Self-contained farmhouse. Home-produce dinners, B&B on the rail trail near Lauder, Central Otago. 2 bathrooms, 5 bedrooms, sauna, unique and charming.

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Hartley Homestead Boutique Bed and Breakfast

Hartley Homestead Boutique Bed and Breakfast

Melanie Eade
23 Pyke St Clyde New Zealand

Hartley Homestead Boutique Bed and Breakfast is a grand 1900’s mud brick homestead on the banks of the Clutha River a few minutes stroll from Clyde

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