Treetops Lodge

The Lodge
Everything that is New Zealand from carvings, local artistry of the outdoors to hand carved beams depicting Maori folklore is in this uniquely New Zealand Lodge which features a library, games room, conference room, conservatory, kitchen, day room, dining room and great room. 

Treetops Suites
Wrapped in luxury, your room awaits¦ A nest of warmth and comfort, with no expense spared to satisfy the senses. A visual splendor spreads before you with luxurious fabrics and furnishings. Each room has its own unique character, individual style and design with a beckoning, bubbling spa bath.

Handcrafted, New Zealand chocolate at your bedside ensures you of sweet dreams¦ You are assured of the best night's sleep. Wake revitalized to the chorus of native birdcalls and the forest buzzing with life. Ease into the day on a sun lounger, soaking up the New Zealand sun.

Treetops Villas
Tucked away, the Villas are positioned within a stroll or golf buggy ride to the Lodge. Choose a secluded haven framed by native virgin forest or look out over lakes and wildlife on the Treetops Estate. Exquisite furnishings adorn these luxurious quarters, featuring a bedroom, spacious bathroom with spa bath, lavish lounge with fireplace and small kitchenette. At Treetops, guests are touched by tranquility and serenity. Once touched, you want to return to bask in the beauty of this luxurious, uniquely New Zealand lodge.

Activities

Hiking: Trek one of the 75 kilometers of hiking trails in the region's finest forests. Tumbling waterfalls and skipping streams on your journey, which can range from 1 to 9 hours, at your own pace.

Horse Riding: Trek through native forest at your own leisure. Professional guides will select a mount to match any ability and lead you on superb horse trails. 2 person minimum. Private lessons available.

Kayaking: Enjoy a gentle paddle on a Treetops lake, viewing waterfowl, animals and rising trout (compliments of the lodge).
  
Mountain Biking: For an exhilarating experience, ride over 70 kilometers of private biking tracks, graded according to ability. Take a picnic or day pack and enjoy panoramic scenery, plunging waterfalls and swirling streams. Includes delivery to your door, map, repair kit and biking gear.
  
Photographic Safari: As fingers of light filter through the forest, meander along endless trails with valley vistas. Marvel at the shimmering water and the iridescent, rare, native birds in flight. Wild animals include majestic red stag, buffalo and the Arapawa ram. Or improve your photography skills with a professional photographic guide pointing you in the right direction (includes equipment).
  
Sailing: Float peacefully on Lake Reflection on the estate, compliments of Treetops.

Waterfall Walk: Just meters from the lodge, paths diverge into the forest. Pick your way under the shade of dappled, native ferns that tower above and the golden browns, oranges and yellows of the canopy, with luscious, textured mosses underfoot. The rich, earthy smell fills the air, and then stepping over streams, you arrive at the waterfall to be up close and personal with such a force and power, with the soothing healing rejuvenating waters at one's feet, is indeed humbling.

Wild Animal Spotting: Before dusk, ride a buggy and climb numerous tree stands to survey the various wild animals, which inhabit Treetops as they come out to graze (complimentary maps and commentaries available).

Wilderness Fly Fishing: Fish among the most pristine and undisturbed waters in the region. Access by 4WD only. Maximum 2 people per guide Includes picnic hamper, all fishing equipment, licenses, transport and guide. Season in most areas 1 October to 30 April.