LUXURY AWAITS

Our award-winning accommodation and outstanding personal service will ensure your stay at River Birches Lodge is a truly exceptional experience. Superbly situated, River Birches is just a short drive to the renowned Tongariro Crossing and other regional activities and attractions. The Lodge is nestled within a peaceful garden-scape next to the famous Tongariro River, recognised internationally for its world class fly fishing.

If your desire is to simply relax and be pampered within our elegant and stylish guest rooms; enjoy delightful meals prepared by our resident chef, or take a scenic stroll along the adjacent Tongariro Riverwalk, then River Birches is the place for you.

Should you be up for a more active stay, it’s all here at your River Birches’ doorstep: the Tongariro Crossing, exceptional world-renowned fly fishing, exploring Tongariro National Park, golfing, whitewater rafting, winter skiing on Mount Ruapehu, and mountain biking.

Why stay at River Birches Lodge?

Enjoy the personal touch from your hosts Jason and Rebeca who will ensure your stay, at our luxury Lodge, is a wonderfully memorable one
The Tongariro Crossing is arguably New Zealand’s most famous one-day walk and certainly the most dramatic. We’ll show you the best way to see it with our exclusive guided crossing option (See Tongariro Crossing in the menu bar)
Proximity to all the Tongariro region attractions and activities with the help and guidance of the Lodge hosts and staff

Why stay at the River Birches Lodge

Guided Tongariro Crossing Excursion

You will be in the safe hands of your mountain guide, one of a small group of select professionals with a concession to guide in the mountain.

Superb Fly Fishing

Meters from the lodge is the world-famous Tongariro River and within a short walking distance som of the river's most famous pools

Adventure Awaits

River Birches hosts will cater to all your requirements within luxury surroundings. Fish, ski, walk, dine, or relax.

What our guests had to say

We stayed in the cottage as two couples to do the Tongariro crossing. Our hosts were very helpful in coordinating our plans and arrival. They provided anything we needed. It was also a fabulous place to come back to after finishing the hike to lounge in the backyard and bbq a nice meal. They had...

David Friedkin

We spent 4 nights at this stunning lodge, and found the hosts and the food wonderful. The lodge is beautifully decorated and the garden stunningly well cared for. The bed in our room was sumptuous, and we could not have chosen anywhere better. Using the lodge as a base we explored the...

joandian1

Words will not do River Birches and Rebecca and Jason justice. I could find nothing to fault. It is just perfect. John went fishing and I, thanks to a recommendation by Jason, tackled the Tongariro Crossing. This will go down as one of my greatest achievements. The guides they booked for both...

Yvonne

We stayed at the cottage, very beautiful and cosy. Place is nice and clean, kitchen is very well equipped. We had dinner on site and everything was perfect. Kids loved the place, everyone there was amazing. New World is less than 5min driving.

rei88

Our family stayed at the River Birches Lodge for a little less than a week and enjoyed every moment of it. The lodge itself is well kept, inviting, and very cozy! Jason and Rebeca are very hands on and accomodating; they want you to have the most amazing stay and experience the most of the area...

Stephanie Ortiz

We stayed at the cottage, which was beautifully designed and very homey. Jason was very attentive and was really helpful with planning for the Tongariro crossing/fly fishing. Dinner was also great. We will definitely want to go back next time we visit New Zealand!

Christina Y

Jason & Rebecca and their staff made us very welcome and were very attentive. The room with en-suite was very comfortable and the food was as good as you would find in any fine dining experience. Anthony on front-of-House was exceptionally good. Lovely gardens. All in all, a really...

Tony A

We recently stayed at River Birches and I cannot say enough positive things. Rebecca and Jason are attentive and wonderful hosts and Anthony is an amazing chef! Such a special place, wonderful surroundings, grounds, rooms and food. We even travelled with our 11 year old daughter and they made...

Julie S

This is an absolutely beautifully built lodge set in a wonderful English style and very well maintained garden. The whole structure is architect designed with lovely design touches, tasteful decor and artifacts. The rooms are beautiful and beautifully equipped. Jason and Rebecca provide a very...

Chris_Hitch_hiker

Just steps away from the Tongariro river, rolling pastures, and serene nature paths, our stay at River Birches couldn't have been better. The lodge itself is beautifully designed with nature in mind, while also offering comfortable, elegant, and stylish amenities that were thoughtfully put...

Ana O

LUXURY AWAITS

Accommodation

Contact Us

About Us

Why stay at the River Birches Lodge