We almost had to cancel the last minute and thank god that we did not. It would be regretful if not be. We could not imagine ourselves in this part of the world where you are so close to the nature with the comfort of a home. Tim & Debbie offered us tea and biscuits upon arrival and it was... More

We thoroughly enjoyed out stay with Tim and Debbie at Mount Tutu! We actually stayed here in June 2011, but we've been busy so didn't get around to writing reviews from our trip until now. Mount Tutu is only a 15-20 minute drive into town, but when you get back to your private cabin, it feels like you are a... More

This place is like a hidden treasure! You travel up into the clouds and just when you think you can't go any further, Mount Tutu appears hidden in the bush. Paradise is right! You travel back through a small tree lined road to your lil' cottage that awaits. Tim and Debbie met us at the door and the two of... More

Staying at Mount Tutu Eco Sanctuary was a great experience. Tim and Debbie were excellent hosts Their knowledge of and enthusiasm for the environment was very compelling. They have restored their land beautifully to native bush and have painstakingly created pathways through their land to allow you to explore their rainforest. The highlight for us was the magical glow worm... More

The Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary will make you feel you are in the middle of a beautiful rainforest, but with all the comforts of a motel/B&B. The hosts are incredibly informative and friendly, the breakfast substantial and the area just breathtaking. We were really surprised and pleased that this lodge was only 20minutes from Tauranga, so there is no need to... More

If you want an unforgettable experience then stay at Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary. It's a beautiful place just outside of Tauranga. The owners, Tim and Debbie, made our stay exceptionally great. They were the perfect host and hostess. The guided tour of their backyard was fantastic! The evening glow worm tour was magical and unforgettable! Best to experience it yourself than... More

got this accommodation as a Christmas gift from my parents, was a beautiful setting and very relaxing. Had an amazing bed and the walk around the grounds was just breath taking! Plus the Tutu sheep were very beautiful. Would definitely recommend it.

My wife and I spent a few days in the eco-sanctuary in March 2011. Reflecting on this experience one year later, we both feel that our stay at the lodge was one of the highlights of a fantastic vacation in New Zealand. Tim and Debby took us to see the glow worms on a magical night. The image of tiny... More

“Welcome to Paradise”, our hosts said as we arrived at Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary. A cup of tea made with local spring water, served with homemade biscuits, was a tasty treat after the 18-kilometre drive up into the hills behind Tauranga. I had won a night for two complete with meals, a glowworm tour and rainforest walk, simply by ‘liking’ the... More