Three working sheep and beef farmers in North Waikato have recently diversified to offer a fully catered private walk. It gives tourists and walkers an authentic ‘agritourism’ experience. They’ve planted 75k natives over the past 4 years and it’s an example of using farmland in a sustainable, environmental way.

Seven Sharp - Thursday 16th February 2024

  • Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise! Loved the walk, delish food!

  • "Every walk with nature, one sure does receive more than one seeks" - Great company and beautiful hospitality in every sense. "Manaakitanga" is alive and well at Tui Ridge. Thank you Sian, Kirsten and Mary.

  • Thanks for everything! The walks, the comfy homestay, the delicious food. A great taste of the Waikato! Well done.

  • Thank you so much for what can only be described as a heart for the soul, the tummies and the eyes! Matahuru Valley Walk is so special and we are lucky to have experienced it.

  • Thank you for your wonderful hospitality we have throughly enjoyed our “big back yard” and what a treat to come home to a beautifully prepped meal.

  • Thanks for letting us walk through your beautiful farm land and opening up your pieces of paradise! Great work putting this lovely walk toghether....We enjoyed the delicious food (the baking!!!), the comfy beds, and the superb views. We're lucky to have this so close to home. Thanks so much.

  • I would come just for the food!! You should definitely consider a recipe book.

  • "After A Day's Walk Everything Has Twice Its Usual Value"

    This was our 10th anniversary of our gang of Girls' annual glamping trips around NZ. Many Photos were taken of the beautiful landscape and the creatures that roam this land. We so appreciated this cosy accommodation, the superb meals and the wonderful warm hospitality. And how lovely it was to be met just before the last stream crossing by young Connor, Lucy and their 'Super Mum' Kirsten. Love the pearls of wisdom along the way.

    Thank you Matahuru. Our trip here Was Priceless!

Read all about the Matahuru Valley Walk in the

QEII NATIONAL TRUST MAGAZINE

Matahuru Valley
The hidden walking retreat in North Waikato

Stuff article written by Denise Irvine

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Gary from the Great Hikes App has written this amazing overview of his experience at
Matahuru Valley Walk. Read more here.