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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

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Discover creative places to stay in New Zealand -  Earth-Brick, Strawbale, Ecolodges, Farmstays, Back Packers and organic B&B's throughout Aotearoa.
Aro Ha Wellness Retreat

Aro Ha Wellness Retreat

Paula Ryan
33 Station Valley Road Queenstown New Zealand

Aro Ha is a first-of-its-kind retreat centre, fusing eco accommodation, permaculture based self-sufficiency, and results-oriented programming.

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A Place to Be Retreat

A Place to Be Retreat

Eileen
Rotowhenua Road Napier New Zealand

Peaceful, private and comfortable: 6 suites, meeting rooms (40) plus large yurt. Local, seasonal food. Reflect, Connect, Create www.aplacetobe-nz.com

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Cape South- Holistic Health and Wellness

Cape South- Holistic Health and Wellness

Blair and Cathy
Cape South Holistic Health & Wellness 55 Waipuka Road, RD 12, Hawkes Bay New Zealand



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Solscape Eco Retreat

Solscape Eco Retreat

Phil McCabe & Bernadette Gavin
611 Wainui Road, Waikato New Zealand

Simplistic to luxurious accommodation. Solscape has an option for everyone. Tipis, camping, backpacker stays & fully self-contained studios & cottages

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Maruata Mud Hut Rotorua

Maruata Mud Hut Rotorua

Oscar Nathan
2 Kuirau Street Rotorua New Zealand

Maruata Mud Hut Rotorua is a refreshing way to experience a contemporary Mâori accommodation option that is central, contemporary and locally owned.

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Wharepuke Subtropical Accommodation

Wharepuke Subtropical Accommodation

Tania Booth
190 Kerikeri Road Northland New Zealand

5 eco cottages in 5 acres of award winning garden. Cafe/restaurant awarded "Northland Cafe of the Year" and Art Gallery of International work onsite.

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Nelson Coastal Barnstay

Nelson Coastal Barnstay

David Short
146 Aporo Rd Nelson New Zealand

Situated on the Ruby Coast Scenic Drive between Nelson and Motueka, our two cottages are set in an elevated coastal setting with spectacular mountain

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The Gates Accommodation

The Gates Accommodation

Roger Waddell + Adele Smith
197 Seaton Valley Rd Nelson New Zealand

Gorgeous eco-houses on 7 acre organic farmlet beside Mapua seaside village. Copper Gate (4bdrm), Corru Gate (3bdrm) Kissing Gate (glamping site).

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Chestnut Cottage

Chestnut Cottage

Trish and Gijs
2614 Waiare Road, RD1 Kaeo New Zealand

Come and enjoy your stay at Chestnut Cottage – organic self catering accommodation situated in the Waiare Valley in the Far North.

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Tipu Waterfront Accommodation

Tipu Waterfront Accommodation

Grant Attwood
41 North Cove Ln Waipu New Zealand

Relax and enjoy nature in a totally secluded setting. Nestled on the edge of the Waipu Wildlife Refuge is Tipu designed with only you in mind.

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New Brighton Eco Accomodation

New Brighton Eco Accomodation

Cathy Sweet
68 Lonsdale St Christcurch New Zealand

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Pacific View Paradise

Linda
New Zealand

Traveller's Choice 2012 winner on TripAdvisor.com for B&B's and Inns in South Pacific.

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Te Henga Studios

Gus
130 Bethells Road Auckland New Zealand

Eco, Arts & Healing Retreat centre for workshops, functions & accommodation. Amongst native bush near the Waitakere River. 30 mins from Auckland.

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Maruia Springs Thermal Resort

Maruia Springs Thermal Resort

Takako Ogino
Maruia Springs Thermal Resort State Highway 7 New Zealand

Maruia Springs Thermal Resort, a unique tourist mountain hideaway with a more than a little touch of Japan.

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Timber Trail Lodge

Timber Trail Lodge

Vicki Annison
New Zealand

Deep in the centre of Aotearoa's North Island, right in the middle of nowhere, is a very special place; the Timber Trail Lodge.

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Mangarara Eco Lodge

Mangarara Eco Lodge

Greg Hart
298 Mangrarara Rd Otane New Zealand

Built to connect people to the land and nature, from repurposed class rooms on the edge of Horseshoe Lake and adjoining wildlife reserve.

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Henga Lodge Chatham Island

Henga Lodge Chatham Island

Bernadette Lim
North Road, Chatham Island New Zealand

Experience the culture, history and natural wonders of the Chatham Islands within the peaceful setting of Henga Lodge.

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Off the Mapp

Off the Mapp

Jenny Mapp
4597 Waihopai Valley Road Blenheim New Zealand

Discover a hidden conservation wilderness, a high country playground, an historic station, self contained retreat.

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Rawbecca Vegetarian/Vegan B&B

Rawbecca Vegetarian/Vegan B&B

Rebecca
Oakley Ave Hamilton New Zealand

Our chef will make you vegetarian/vegan/raw/gluten-free breakfast

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Arogya Ayurvedic Health Ltd

Arogya Ayurvedic Health Ltd

Durgadas (Rodney) Lingham
72 Isleworth Road Christchurch New Zealand

Traditional Ayurveda in Christchurch, NZ. Ayurveda Consultations, Vedic Astrology, Diet, Lifestyle and Wellness Counselling

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Sacred Earth Retreat

Sacred Earth Retreat

Aaron
128 Lone Kauri Road AUCKLAND New Zealand

Eco-friendly retreat centre with spectacular ocean vistas and direct access to wilderness trails, black-sand beaches, and primal waterfalls.

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Restorative Relationships

Restorative Relationships

Toni
Tauranga New Zealand

Cultivate & Resource Your Resilience - A 4 day relaxing, fun, connecting and nourishing exploration of Mindfulness, Yoga, NVC, Feildenkrais and Eco-therapy. Set in the rich and invigorating Raglan, Waikato hills.

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Morere Hot Springs Lodge

Morere Hot Springs Lodge

Julie Redman
3987 SH2 Wairoa District New Zealand

Cabins (sleep up to 3), Mid century 2 bedroom cottage (sleeps up to 5) & historic farmhouse lodge (sleeps up to 11) all are self contained.

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Mercury Orchard

Mercury Orchard

Diana Baer
141 Purangi Road Whitianga New Zealand

Two self-contained cottages in an organic mixed orchard

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