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See why Treetops Lodge & Estate is recognised among New Zealand's premier luxury lodges for wilderness experiences, personalised hospitality, world-class dining, fly fishing, hunting, and exclusive nature-based adventures.

This is where the adventurous come to celebrate with heart. Whether you’re toasting a significant birthday with all of your nearest and dearest, reconnecting the whole family, or just taking a one-on-one moment to recalibrate, Treetops offers something more profound than the standard five-star stay. - Denizen Magazine

Families are warmly welcomed and invited to participate in lodge life, whether they want to feed the horses, visit the glow worms, or join the chef picking vegetables for dinner……Rooms are both large and cosy. An open fireplace, stacked and ready for you to apply the match, adds to the traditional lodge feel, and each cottage has underfloor heating as well…..We enjoyed seared venison, sauteed brussel leaves and roasted vegetable soups, kumara crisps and pork belly bites during our stay. A top-notch wine list includes regional gems from around New Zealand and well-known international drops such as Château Margeaux and Château Lafite Rothschild. - M. Wicks for the UK Telegraph. 

Our stay was brilliant & the food was totally amazing, every meal spectacular…. It was such a treat to have an open fire to enjoy in our room every evening & despite intermittent rain we had some wonderful walks in the beautiful bush. Also had great massages from Alex the Day Spa Therapist who gave my husband the best deep tissue massage he's ever had. Was a magical 3 day stay. - M Newman 2026

Exceptional service. The team is small but they sure do all they can to ensure your stay is comfortable. The lodge seems much more magnificent than on the pictures. The territory is HUGE huge! The food they serve is some of the most delicious meals we had in New Zealand! Big thanks to the team for the warm stay.
Note for everyone looking for luxury experience: you can definitely book this hotel to ensure the best service. - Daria B 2026.

Over the past 40 years I've had the privilege of leading several groups to New Zealand. For the first four trips I worked with seven different operators then I met an amazing lodge owner John Sax and learned of his vision for Treetops. I haven't used any other operator since that time. As a Record Book Big Game Archer, fisherman, and passionate lover of God's creation, I can't think of a better place to spend my time and resources than going to Treetops. It is a five-star location, has excellent activities for the whole family, with world-class hunting and fishing at your doorstep, includes superb dining, and is the most comfortable lodge on the North Island. - Dr. Jim Grassi Author, International Speaker, Hall of Fame Outdoorsman, Tour Leader.


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USA SOTHEBYS MAGAZINE | NEXT LEVEL INTERACTIVE DINING

Written by Reside Summer on 01 Aug, 2022

Epicurean Destinations allow you to catch and gather, and prep your own style meals. Hidden amongst the 2500 hectares, Treetops Lodge offers a Maori Food trail …and there is also a Wild Food Cooking School.

CANADA VANCOUVER SUN | WELLNESS IN THE WILDERNESS

Written by Elaine O’Connor on 07 Jun, 2022

It’s home to an astonishing array of wild life: 400 deer, alpacas, Asian water buffalo, wild turkeys, horses, sheep, wild boar, pheasants, ducks, even the odd Canada goose..

THE AGE, CANADA | YOUR GUIDE TO THE MOST LUXURIOUS ROAD TRIP EVER

Written by Globe Content on 24 May, 2022

Then, Day 4 is all about the outdoors. Foodies will love the Estate to Plate tour at Treetops, a four-wheel-drive safari on the property, exploring the garden, aviaries and encounters with local wildlife.

NEW ZELAND HERALD | SLEEP AMONGST THE TREES, NEW ZELANDS BEST FOREST LODGES

Written by Shorthand on 20 Apr, 2022

Much of the facility was built using the property's deadwood — logs milled onsite – and 70,000 more trees were planted to protect the ecosystem.

USA BARRON INVESTMENT MAGAZINE ‘PENTA’ | Interactive Epicurean Adventures Are on the Rise

Written by Eric Grossman on 11 Mar, 2022

Treetops Lodge & Estate offers a Māori Food Trail in which guests slip into the wilderness in search of native plants and herbs, while learning about the nutritional and medicinal properties, as well as ties with Maori cultural traditions.

THE URBAN LIST | 14 OF THE BEST LUXURY HOTELS IN NEW ZEALAND

Written by Abby Porter on 19 Jan, 2022

Find yourself immersed in the natural environment; there’s a steamy outdoor spa nestled in the forest, perfect for kicking back in after a rejuvenating walk, bike, or horseback ride through the stunning surrounding wilderness.

VIVA MAGAZINE | TOP FORM

Written by Emma Gleason on 13 Oct, 2021

TOP FORM, nestled amongst native bush the pursuit of purpose is the driving force behind this secluded luxury lodge.

Media Release | Maori Food Trail June 2021

Written by Karine Thomas on 01 Jun, 2021

Media Release (June 2021): Rotorua, New Zealand, "Haere mai taua te hikoi i te ngahere" – “come walk with me in the forest”.

Australian Signature & Style Magazine

Written by Christine Salins on 01 Jan, 2021

WILD AT HEART… From helicopter tours to remote wineries, to foraging for native ingredients, New Zealand’s gourmet experiences present wild luxury on a plate writes Christine Salins

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