An organic oasis on a giant sand-dune, an hour from Auckland , earthtalk at awhitu offers subtropical orchards, gardens and coastal native bush, plus delicious organic food and conversation with lively hosts.

Choose from: an hour’s self-guiding stroll, a half-day guided tour, a relaxing weekend stay in cottage with harbour views or a personalised ecotour of Awhitu Peninsula

During a stay you might enjoy solitude, New Zealand books, music and art, walking, swimming and kayaking, or meeting some of our diverse community. Meet Tanya & Charmaine...

Farmstay Cottage

We have bed and breakfast accommodation for women or couples.
Enjoy organic home-grown fruit and eggs, home-made organic muesli, yoghurt and spreads, plus breads and beverages.
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Ecotours of Awhitu

Arrangements can be made for personal or group tours of the Awhitu Peninsula for one or more days.

Walks and Talks

Walk around our beautiful land, organise a guided tour for a group, or arrange for a workshop or talk... Find out more...

Organic Produce for Sale

We offer seasonal fresh fruit and vegetables and preserves for sale. Buy online or visit us at the monthly Awhitu Country Market at Matakawau.

News and Views

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Aotea

     Aotea whakahirahira...Aotea taonga maha...Aotea utanganui.. …the island of renown, … [Read More...]

Whakaruruhau

…a continuing treasure…

Mana whenua, Ngaati Rehua, have a thousand years of connection to Aotea, dating back to the arrival … [Read More...]

old branches

…the bountiful cargo…

The cliff-top bach kindly lent to us by Pippa and Richard had beautiful ever-changing views of sky … [Read More...]

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