Forest and Bird Lodges

Far North | Piha | Waiheke Island | Ruapehu | Napier | Somes Island | Catlins

An ideal place from which to explore the Far North. Near Pukenui in wetland reserve. 6 bunks, fully equipped kitchen, separate bathroom outside.

For information and bookings contact:
John Dawn, Doves Bay Road, RD 1, Kerikeri
Phone (09) 407 8658, Fax (09) 407 1401

Information on Arethusa Reserve

A seaside haven set in a large sheltered garden on the rugged West Coast, 38km on sealed roads from central Auckland. Close to store, bush reserves and tracks in the beautiful Waitakere Ranges. Double bedroom and 3 singles, plus large lounge with open fireplace, dining area and kitchen. A separate self-contained unit has 4 single beds. Bring food, linen and fuel for fire and BBQ.

For details and rates email hop0018@slingshot.co.nz or phone (09) 812 8064 or send a stamped addressed envelope to:
Jean and Peter King, 10 La Trobe Track, Karekare, Waitakere City. Off peak rates apply.

Located next to our 49ha Onetangi Reserve, 10 minutes walk to Onetangi beach and shops. Sleeps up to 8 people in 2 bedrooms.  Lounge, well equipped kitchen, separate toilet, bathroom, shower, laundry. Pillows, blankets provided. No pets. Ferries 35 minutes from Auckland.

For bookings contact Robin Griffiths on (09) 372 7662 or br@slingshot.co.nz or write to:
The F& B Cottage, PO Box 314, Ostend, Waiheke Island.

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Ruapehu Lodge, Tongariro National Park

Situated 600 metres from Whakapapa Village, at the foot of Mount Ruapehu, this lodge is available for members and their friends. It may also be hired out to other compatible groups by special arrangement. It is an ideal base for tramping, skiing, botanising or visiting the hotpools at Tokaanu. The lodge holds 32 people in four bunkrooms and provides all facilities except food and bedding.

For further information click here
Book through Forest and Bird, PO Box 631, Wellington
Phone (04) 385 7374 Fax (04) 385 7373 Email office@forestandbird.org.nz

William Hartree Memorial Lodge, Napier

Situated 48km from Napier, 8km past Patoka on the Puketitiri Rd (sealed). The lodge is set amid a 14ha scenic reserve and close to many walks, eg. Kaweka Range, Balls Clearing, hot springs and museum. The lodge accommodates up to 15 people. It has a fully equipped kitchen including stove, refrigerator and microwave plus tile fire and hot showers. Supply your own linen, sleeping bags etc.

For information and bookings please send a stamped addressed envelope to: Mike & Linda Hay, 172 Guppy Road, Taradale, Napier 4112, Tel 06 844 4651 hayhouse@clear.net.nz

Matiu/Somes Island, Wellington Harbour

Joint venture accommodation by Lower Hutt Forest & Bird branch with DoC. A family home with kitchen, 3 bedrooms, large lounge and dining room, just 20 minutes sailing by ferry from the centre of Wellington or 10 minutes from Days Bay. An ideal place to relax in beautiful surroundings, with accommodation for 8. Bring your own food and bedding and a torch. Smoking is banned everywhere on the island, including the house.

For further information and for booking form click here.
Or send a stamped addressed envelope to: Accommodation Officer, Fred Allen, PO Box 31 194, Lower Hutt. Phone 04 934 0559
DoC brochure about Matiu/Somes Island (PDF)

Tautuku Lodge, Otago

State Highway 92, Southeast Otago. Situated on Forest and Bird’s 550ha Lenz Reserve 32km south of Owaka. A bush setting, and many lovely beaches nearby provide a wonderful base for exploring the Catlins. The lodge, the Coutts cabin (in the picture) and an A-frame sleep 10, 4 and 2 respectively. No animals.

For information and rates send a stamped addressed envelope to: Diana Noonan, Mirren St, Papatowai, Owaka RD2, Otago. Phone (03) 415 8024, Fax (03) 415 8244, Email diana.n@clear.net.nz