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Welcome to Real Native – a 3 Day Walking Retreat through the wilds of Piquet Hill

Venture into the heart of rural Aotearoa, on an all-inclusive journey through our working 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 journey 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.

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The Walk

Discover 39km of hand-picked trails designed to recharge the batteries and restore your connection with nature.

Think wide open farmscapes to 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.

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Real Native Walk Map

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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.

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  • Food

    Real Native’s menu is curated to offer a truly immersive dining experience — a thoughtful blend of handpicked gourmet artisan flavours to showcase the Waikato’s finest produce, paired with our own hearty country kitchen specialties.

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  • Accommodation

    Two peaceful retreats await your arrival.   Purpose-built to comfortably accommodate 12 guests, both Puniu Lodge and the Shepherd’s Rest offer unique accommodation experiences.

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  • “My highlight of this lovely walk amongst the mature native bush was to be up close with the numerous Robin’s, coming for insects that were around us.”
    Sue Smart
    Ngahape, New Zealand
  • “One of the most scenic properties we have ever had the privilege to visit. An absolute hidden treasure in the heart of the Waikato.”
    Annie Benjamin
    Cambridge, New Zealand
  • “Real Native is a rural oasis where you can unwind, connect with nature and friends, and indulge in scenic walks.  Thank you, Nicola and Will, for sharing your peaceful retreat with me. My time at Real Native was rejuvenating and uplifting and I can’t wait to visit again soon.”
    Leanne Leslie
    Te Awamutu, New Zealand
  • “The perfect balance between wilderness experience, rustic charm and added luxury. We felt pampered beyond expectation for a girls weekend. We can’t wait to see how this grows!”
    Rachel Chapman
    Perth, Australia
  • Piquet Hill farm is an amazing piece of paradise! We enjoyed the well kept Angus cattle, wild deer and even spotted trout in the tranquil Puniu river. Our family can really recommend this experience
    Justin Downey
    Waikato, New Zealand
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