Welcome to Real Native – an outdoor adventure in the wilds of Piquet Hill
Hike into the heart of rural Aotearoa, on an all-inclusive journey through a working sheep and beef farm. Where ecological stewardship and traditional farming walk hand in hand, each day bringing a new adventure, exploring unique landscapes with treasured and rare ecosystems – pristine, serene and exclusively yours.
Your stay will include nourishing, gourmet meals crafted from fresh, local ingredients; hosted in beautifully considered, eco-conscious lodgings designed for comfort and connection to the landscape.
Whether you’re unwinding beneath the stars or waking to the birdsong at dawn, this is a place to enjoy time with your friends, breathe deeply, and let nature do the rest.
3-Day Walk
Discover 39km of hand-picked trails designed to recharge the batteries and restore your connection with nature.
Think untouched native rainforest, pristine river valleys, and soaring ridgelines.
Teeming with wildlife, cultural heritage spots and regular points of interest – Real Native is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike.
Winter Wonder
Enjoy a 2-night stay at either Puniu Lodge or the Shepherd’s Rest in May or June, with access to a collection of shorter, hand-picked loop trails.
Designed to restore and recharge at a gentler pace with more flexibility and new discovery, for May and June only.
Stay cosy, settle in, and experience Real Native’s wilderness in comfort this Winter.
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Be prepared to experience rural hospitality at its finest, with hand crafted meals and authentic back country lodgings. Fitted with touches of todays modern conveniences – full of character without compromising on comfort.
