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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

Straw-Bale

Unique Opportunity to Stay in a Straw Bale Home, and Experience First-hand its Fantastic Style, Energy Efficiency and Comfort.

Scroll down the page to view Straw-bale Accommodation options.
Nowanden

Nowanden

Pat & Helen Williams
39 Manaroa Road Kenepuru Sound New Zealand

Located just a stroll from Waitaria Bay foreshore in Kenepuru Sound is Nowanden.

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The Nook

The Nook

Des and Steph Molloy
678 Abel Tasman Drive, RD1 Takaka, Golden Bay 7183 New Zealand

Eco-friendly, good value accommodation at Pohara Beach, Golden Bay, New Zealand. We offer a warm, welcoming, backpacker-style guesthouse and a uniq

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Straw Lodge

Straw Lodge

Nettie Barrow and Jane Craighead,
17 Fareham Lane, Marlborough New Zealand

The boutique vineyard home-stay Straw Lodge is housed in a unique straw-bale building

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Tussock Cottage

Tussock Cottage

Lee van der Geest
48 Rutherford Road Queenstown New Zealand

Imagine yourself relaxing in a unique strawbale cottage, featuring a variety of original art and sculptures.

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Straw Stone Homestay

Straw Stone Homestay

sharleen and Gren
341 Racecourse Road Waipukurau New Zealand

Ownerbuilt Straw/Stone House. Organic Plantings/produce. Farm animals. 1 queen or 2 single,bath/toilet, 1 king room $100 inc breakfast. Sharleen/Gren

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The Hayloft

The Hayloft

Julie or John
272 Ballantyne Road Wanaka New Zealand

Unique, strawbale self-contained apartment set on 16 acres farmland. Oozes relaxed character and comfort. Perfect for a couple.

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Ardgour Strawbale Bed and Breakfast

Ardgour Strawbale Bed and Breakfast

Irene and Ray Clarke
60 Thomson Gorge Road New Zealand

Our delightful strawbale cottage overlooks our olive grove and is surrounded by stunning mountain views, an ideal base for exploring Central Otago.

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pah rd

pah rd

sarah campbell
83 riwaka kaiteriteri rd riwaka New Zealand

STRAWBALE ECO-DESIGNED STRAWBALE STUDIO

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