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Welcome to New Zealand at its Best

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

Solscape Eco Retreat

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611 Wainui Road, Raglan Waikato
Tel: (0)7 825 8268 or Mob: 027 294 3451
www.solscape.co.nz

Full Description

Solscape is a 10 acre property nestled at the foot of Mt Karioi, overlooking the Tasman Sea and just a bush walk away from Ngarunui Beach and world famous surf break Manu Bay. Situated just a few kms from Raglan township on New Zealand’s beautiful westcoast, we are 2 hours south of Auckland and 40 minutes west of Hamilton.

Our lodgings are consciously designed to fit within our primary goals of minimizing our ecological footprint and inspiring our visitors with many working models of sustainable living.

This year we are excited to be stepping into our long held vision of creating an educational space hosting a myriad of courses, workshops and retreats in practical sustainability and holistic well-being.

Our special features include;

* Courses, workshops and retreats
* Weddings
* Tipi Retreat
* Earth Domes
* Eco Baches
* Recycled Railway Carriages
* Camping/Campervan
* Solsurfer Surf School
* Yoga classes
* Massage
* Earth oven and BBQ
* Food gardens
* Beautiful location
* Spectacular sea views

Environment Friendly Action

We conserve water
We reduce/limit oil/gas carbon emissions
We employ alternative energy resources: wind/solar/water
We recycle where possible
We compost food waste
We use bio-degradable cleaning agents
We use reclaimed or low embodied energy building materials
We use renewable natural furnishings
We instruct staff in green practices
We mention green/eco issues on our website
We participate in community environmental initiatives
We use principles of permaculture and/or biodynamic method of farming

Organic Meals

Some organic produce available for purchase.

Facilities

6 Fully self-contained studios & cottages.
Train caboose rooms with shared facilities. Twin,triple share,Dormitory & Doubles
Off the grid tipi retreat with shared facilities: twin,doubles & family tipis.
Earth ovens and BBQ area
Onsite massage room
Onsite surf school & rentals

Total Capacity

Electronics

Phone & Broadband

Activities

Onsite surf school & rentals
Electronic & push bike rentals
Onsite massage: choose from 3 modalities
Bush/beach walks
Kite surfing
Kayaking

Tariff Includes

Accommodation only

Directions

611 Wainui Road Raglan. When you reach the centre of Raglan town, turn left onto Wainui Road and drive for 6kms. When you see the ocean to your right we are just a bit further on the left hand side with driveway running up hill.