2026 - Winter Wonder @ Puniu Lodge

R E A L  N A T I V E   Winter Wonder | 2 Nights @ Puniu Lodge | 2 Days | Private Walking Trails | Fully Catered

Season 

Our Winter Wonder runs during May and June.

Booking Dates

Please search the calendar for your preferred arrival date at Puniu Lodge.  This is the only date that needs to show availability for your Winter Wonder experience - The booking system will automatically allocate the following 2 nights for the duration of your stay.  Do not try and select an finish date.

Groups 

• Please fill out the participant details accurately.  These will be used for health and safety purposes and also to contact each member as necessary leading up to your arrival.  
• A group booking will generate one booking confirmation and payment request from the group leader.  The balance of the experience is due 4 weeks prior to your arrival.
• If you aren't sure of everyone’s name in your group when booking, please just leave these blank and we will update the details for you once they are available.  Likewise - if you have any changes or updates, please let us know and we will complete these for you.
• If you are wanting to add more people to your group at a later date, just email us with your booking number and we can add them for you.  This ensures your booking reference is linked and we can prepare for your group accordingly.
• If you book an experience for 8 or more people on a day with no other arrivals, we will block out the remaining spaces so you have exclusive use of the facilities for the duration of your stay.

Price

$800 per person – all inclusive
A deposit of $250 secures your spot, with the remaining $550 due 4 weeks before your arrival.

What’s Included

• Access to 3 self-guided loop tracks from 5 - 12km 

• Two nights’ accommodation at Puniu Lodge, a unique purpose built retreat

• All luxurious linens and towels 

• Meals – from an evening meal on arrival to lunch on departure

• A welcome care package including personal treats, maps and safety equipment

Cancellation Policy

We understand plans change. Our policy is designed to be fair and flexible:

4 weeks before arrival: Full refund, minus a $100 admin fee per person

14–28 days before arrival: Refund less the $250 deposit

0–14 days before arrival: No refund

All cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@realnative.co.nz and include your name(s) and booking reference.

Terms & Conditions

No solo guests are permitted.  We cannot have guests venturing about the farm on their own.

Name changes: You may transfer your booking to another person free of charge up to the day before arrival.

Adding guests: You can add people to your booking up to the day before arrival, subject to availability.

Room sharing: Substituted guests may need to share a room with others in your group if the walk is at full capacity.

Explore nature in an untouched world, within one of New Zealand’s most scenic and ecologically rich farming properties.

Real Native by Piquet Hill Farms, 418 Duncan Road, Wharepūhunga

Disclaimer:  Track routes and distances are subject to change due to weather and unforeseen circumstances to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.