Arataki Conservation - our Journey to Protect our Whenua (land)
About
Experience the mahi on a one hour guided tour and learn about efforts to restore the land to its pre-European tunga (situation).
Experience a one-hour interactive guided tour of the of the property from April to November. Your experienced guide has been sharing the stories of Aotearoa with people from around the globe for many years.
At the end of the tour you are welcome to stay on and soak in the sounds, silence and sensations of our place.
The opportunity to purchase our lavender products is available, as is the chance to enjoy our famous bush coffee/tea and a "kiwi as" snack.
Facilities include an outdoor composting toilet.
The income from our farm tours goes directly back into ou...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Mandarin & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Mandarin & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Outdoor composting toilet - if needed
Guide English, Mandarin, Malay
Bush coffee/tea brewed over our unique outdoor cooker
A kiwi as snack to savour whiule you enjoy your drink
Meeting Points
Departure
38 Pawsons Valley Road
Turn into our property at the Akaroa Lavender sign. Travel 1km up a narrow and steep gravel road until you see the lavender fields. Turn right and park to the left near the woodshed. Do not exceed 20km/h and drive with your lights on.
Road is not suitable for camper-vans. Phone us to discuss.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Not recommended for those with allegies to bees
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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About
Experience the mahi on a one hour guided tour and learn about efforts to restore the land to its pre-European tunga (situation).
Experience a one-hour interactive guided tour of the of the property from April to November. Your experienced guide has been sharing the stories of Aotearoa with people from around the globe for many years.
At the end of the tour you are welcome to stay on and soak in the sounds, silence and sensations of our place.
The opportunity to purchase our lavender products is available, as is the chance to enjoy our famous bush coffee/tea and a "kiwi as" snack.
Facilities include an outdoor composting toilet.
The income from our farm tours goes directly back into ou...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Mandarin & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Mandarin & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Outdoor composting toilet - if needed
Guide English, Mandarin, Malay
Bush coffee/tea brewed over our unique outdoor cooker
A kiwi as snack to savour whiule you enjoy your drink
Meeting Points
Departure
38 Pawsons Valley Road
Turn into our property at the Akaroa Lavender sign. Travel 1km up a narrow and steep gravel road until you see the lavender fields. Turn right and park to the left near the woodshed. Do not exceed 20km/h and drive with your lights on.
Road is not suitable for camper-vans. Phone us to discuss.
Return
Itinerary
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Duvauchelle
Your guide will meet you at the car park. The guided walk will wander through regenerating native bush, open farmland, lavender fields and sustainable forestry before finishing at a scenic picnic spot overlooking Akaroa harbour.
