Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary

Cabin in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, NZ
2 people
No pets
If you are after a B&B nature experience, bird life, starry skies, peaceful tranquility away from the city & crowds, then this is for you. Stay in an enchanting cosy "Bush Whare" (rainforest Huts) with en-suite (shower/toilet), at our Nature Retreat. Guests receive hearty breakfasts, evening Glow-Worm tour 1 hour, Rainforest tour 1.5 hour (tours included in tariff), feed Mount Tutu sheep and our cute chickens. Enjoy woodland/water gardens, and awaken to bird song. Protected (QEII National Trust) paradise, with trees over 500 years old. Free Wi-Fi in Guest Lounge and some rooms. Microwave and fridge in Guest Lounge close to rooms, BBQ available. We offer a rustic and authentic experience with the charm and hospitality of yesteryear, built using recycled materials and fittings, styled in the Retro Decor of the 1970's. We have a natural wonderland of thousands of Glow Worms. Experience them up close and personal on a guided tour.
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Features and Amenities

3 bedrooms
4 beds
3 bathrooms
BBQ
Heating
Indoor fireplace

Details

  • Check in after 4:00pm
    Check out before 11:00am
  • Minimum booking: 2 nights
Cancellation Policy: 

Receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

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Prices

  • Base Price $248 / night

Host

Tim
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Tim and Debbie, nature lovers, have been privileged to have been guardians/owners of the sanctuary for over 30 years and open for guests since 2006. "We have restored the Sanctuary to a natural wilderness and love life in our bush hideaway, where we have raised our 3 daughters, Rebecca, Jacinda and Louisa."
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Adventures on the Property

These are the exclusive natural wonders and outdoor activities within the property boundaries.

Evening Glow Worm Tour 1 Hour

In a hidden rainforest gully at our Sanctuary, there exists a habitat of a natural fairy light phenomena! These are Glow Worms, and there are more than 5,000 of these. Experience the magic - up close and personal, guided tour incl in tariff, wearing gumboots and heatlamps (provided).

Forest Bathing

Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku) translates to "absorbing the forest atmosphere", encourages people to spend time in nature, no actual bathing required! ForestBathing has physiological and psychological benefit, in solitude of the rainforest at Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary, perfect to practice by finding a quiet place, to sit and clear the mind.

Animal Feeding And Rainforest Nature Tour 1 5 Hour

After feeding our unique Mount Tutu Sheep, friendly goats and chickens, journey into the rainforest and be immersed in the Natural Ecology and learning of the ongoing Bush and Bird Conservation programmes at the Sanctuary. The Tour incl in tariff, takes place after breakfast.

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$248per night