Kiwi by Night

Kiwi by Night

by | May 22, 2012 | Blog

On the eve of the Motu Trails grand opening ceremony we took a walk along our driveway to see if we could find some glow worms on a clear but frosty night. To our complete surprise and utter joy we managed to capture a photo of one of the largest Kiwi birds we’d...
Pakihi River

Pakihi River

by | May 5, 2012 | Blog

The Pakihi Valley has three rivers that flow out from the Urutawa Forest to the ocean.
Did someone say Pizza?

Did someone say Pizza?

by | May 5, 2012 | Blog

Pizza made in our Aztec wood fired pizza oven, either add to your booking or choose our 24 Hours Cycle Trails Package Deal and get the pizza as part of your stay.
Pakihi River

Bach Interior

by | May 5, 2012 | Blog

Get away from the noise of the city and experience peace and beauty in comfortable surroundings.
Opotiki Big 3

Opotiki Big 3

by | May 5, 2012 | Blog

The Opotiki Big 3 has been running since 1992 and has attracted keen bushman and bushladies. The aim of this event is to catch the heaviest Stag or Boar, Snapper and Pheasant with the longest tail.  All funds raised from all Big 3 competitions are donated to a local...
Pakihi River

Caution Weka!

by | May 5, 2012 | Blog

  A road sign halfway along Pakihi Valley cautions drivers about Weka birds who are frequently seen in and around the Valley. We named Weka Wilds accommodation after this large, brown flightless bird that has a famously feisty and curious personality....
Motu Trails Cycleway

Motu Trails Cycleway

by | May 5, 2012 | Blog

The Motu Trails Cycleway will be officially opened this month. The opening had to be rescheduled after large slips blocked the Waioeka Gorge Rd on March 3. Now that the road has re-opened, organisers have decided to proceed with the event on May 20th. The Motu Trails...