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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.
Amuri Estate Retreat

Amuri Estate Retreat

Lisa Preston
128 Medway Road Hanmer Springs, North Canterbury, South Island New Zealand

“Luxury boutique accommodation in Hanmer Springs. Enjoy spectacular views & the outstanding landscape of the Southern Alps. Relax and unwind.

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Natures Garden B&B

Natures Garden B&B

Peter and Helga Speck
Rosalie Bay Road Great Barrier Island New Zealand

Our property is on beautiful Great Barrier Is., surrounded by mature native forest. Practising bio-dynamics; away from the city, enjoy nature pure.

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Rose & Wills Retreat

Rose & Wills Retreat

Will and Rose Parsons
749 Dillon's Point Road Blenheim New Zealand

You don't have to be a birder to enjoy our 'posh hut' beside our 20 hectare wetland, 10 minutes from Marlborough's wine and food attractions!

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Precipice Creek Station

Precipice Creek Station

Vladka Kennett
48 Nereus Way GLENORCHY New Zealand

Selfcontained B&B 1bedroom unit on the doorstep of Mt Aspiring NP. Great location, stunning views, guided walks on site, wicked homemade breakfasts.

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Little River campground and Native Habitat

Little River campground and Native Habitat

Marcus
287 Okuti Valley Road Little River 7591 New Zealand

Little River campground and Native Habitat back to basic campground set beside the Okuti River near Little River village. Close to Akaroa and only 45 minutes from Christchurch.

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Waiora Gardens

Waiora Gardens

Angela
1354 Paponga Road Kohukohu New Zealand

Situated in the wild hills near the Hokianga Harbour, our beautiful garden retreat will nurture your body & soul. Customised options for your needs.

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Oamaru Creek

Oamaru Creek

Jay McMillan
24 Reed Street, Oamaru Central New Zealand

Elegant Victorian Villa. Central location, serving local and organic produce. Clean private rooms with natural bed linen.

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Pakiri Holiday Home

Pakiri Holiday Home

Gill Warren
954 Pakiri Road Pakiri New Zealand

Pakiri Holiday home is a quiet rural retreat, 2km from a 17km unspoiled surf beach.

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The Summit Lodge

The Summit Lodge

Tracey O'Callaghan
4 Admiral Road Masterton New Zealand

The Summit Lodge: Rurally located, boutique, peaceful

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Vibrant Living Retreat

Vibrant Living Retreat

Mj
88 Rippingale road Hanmer springs New Zealand

Yoga Wellness Lodge & Day Spa, organic B&B, Holiday Home Peaceful Cottage, Luxury Alpine Villa. 2 acres of garden with surrounding mountain views.

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The Tree House

The Tree House

Phil and Pauline Evans
168 West Coast Road, Motukaraka Hokianga Harbour New Zealand

The Tree-House, owner-built wooden lodge, cabins & tent sites in 6 ha of native forest, subtropical gardens & woodland near Hokianga Harbour ferry.

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Makarora Tourist Centre Ltd

Makarora Tourist Centre Ltd

Sarah Gordon
P.O. Box 1, Makarora 9346 New Zealand

63kms north of Wanaka, 80kms South of Haast. Variety of 'A' frame chalet accommodation in a secluded bush setting with fantastic bird life.

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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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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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Kuaka Cottage

Kuaka Cottage

Hanne and Mark Brown
285 Back Road Karamea New Zealand

Kuaka Cottage, near Kahurangi National Park & Karamea on the West Coast of the South Is is a cozy handcrafted stone cottage surrounded by native bush

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Lochmara Lodge Wildlife Recovery and Arts Centre

Lochmara Lodge Wildlife Recovery and Arts Centre

Shayne Olsen and Louise Bright
Lochmara Bay, Marlborough Sounds New Zealand

Lochmara Lodge Wildlife Recovery and Arts Centre is an eco- and art- retreat set on the tranquil shores of the Marlborough Sounds.

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Awaroa Lodge

Awaroa Lodge

The Team at Awaroa Lodge
P.O.Box 163, Golden Bay New Zealand

Awaroa Lodge offers luxury accommodation in the Abel Tasman National Park and is 100% New Zealand owned.

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Breckenridge Lodge

Breckenridge Lodge

Malcolm Redmond
1 Breckenridge Lane, Napier New Zealand

Breckenridge Lodge combines fine dining and luxury accommodation in picturesque, rural Hawkes Bay.

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Pounamu Lodge

Pounamu Lodge

Karen and David
51 Spencer Road Rotorua New Zealand

Pounamu Lodge, Rotorua Luxury Lodge & Maori Cultural Experience at Lake Tarawera.

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Tira Ora Estate

Tira Ora Estate

Anthony and Annebeth Riles-Broad
North West Bay, Pelorus Sound Havelock New Zealand

Eco-Accommodation and Retreat Centre • A unique retreat from urban life • Enjoy the tranquility and be as active or sedate as you please!

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Kapiti Nature Lodge

Kapiti Nature Lodge

John, Amo & Minnie Clark
Waiorua Bay Paraparaumu New Zealand

Your nature-inspired stay on Kapiti Island, one of New Zealand's most precious nature reserves, includes a remarkable Kiwi spotting tour.

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Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge

Peter and Sandy Capper
100 School Road South Dunedin New Zealand

Spacious, sunny and warm 1 & 2 bedroom cottages on 5 peaceful acres. Full kitchen, large lounge. Undercover parking, BBQ, play area, dog exercise me

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Cocozen Lodge and Spa

Cocozen Lodge and Spa

Carole and Frank
33 Te Ra Road Kerikeri New Zealand

3 confortable chalets with sea view and calm and serenity amidst 10 hectares of NZ trees tasty food at Cocozen restaurant well being at Cocozen Spa

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Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

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Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass New Zealand

Wilderness Lodge Arthur's Pass is on its own nature reserve & merino sheep farm surrounded by the mountains of Arthur's Pass National Park.

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