Heart of the North Tour

Fill your life with experiences, not things.

Walk our secret backcountry trails, away from the crowds and explore the lands that time forgot on some trails even the locals don't know about. Climb the mountain that is home to an ecological sanctuary enclosed by the world's longest pest-proof fence, where the air is filled with bird song in a forest alive with some of our rarest native birds. Visit Australasia's largest organic blueberry farm.

Hike to the top of the tallest waterfall in the North Island before visiting a fifth generation, family owned and operated winery and sampling some of their multi-award winning wines. Admire the limestone bluffs that line the gorges of middle earth and wander through the enchanted forests of Pureora. Wrap up the week gentling walking along the banks of the stream leading to the clear turquoise spring water of Te Waihou. 

Recount stories and experiences from each day's hike over delicious and hearty kiwi meals matched with a well-earned glass of wine or beer. Unpack, unwind and take the time to soak up the atmosphere of each place as we base ourselves at two boutique lodges for three and two nights respectively.

Highlights

• Climb New Zealand’s largest mammal-free ecological sanctuary mountain
• Wine tasting at a local award-winning winery
• Hike to the top of the tallest waterfall in the North Island
• Back country tracks with spectacular limestone-laden valleys
• Walk the enchanted forests of Pureora that time forgot
• Pristine New Zealand native bush away from the crowds
• Walk to the famous Blue Springs with water so pure and clear it
  supplies around 70% of New Zealand’s bottled water.
• Delicious and hearty meals, Kiwi cuisine and local drops
• Comfortable lodge-style and guesthouse accommodation with local hosts
• Small groups, maximum of 10

• Return transfers from Auckland
• Luxury and spacious transport with air conditioning.
• Guesthouse and 'Off-the-grid' lodge accommodation with local hosts.
• ALL meals. Cooked and continental breakfast options, nutritious and uniquely kiwi packed lunches, delicious and hearty evening meals with a glass of wine or beer. 
• Complementary food experiences unique to Nature and Nosh Tours. 
• Local expert guides, with local knowledge and stories

*Please note that the credit cards we accept are: Visa, American Express and MasterCard.