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Nourishing Nature:
A Regenerative Travel Experience

Welcome to The Hotel Britomart’s first Regenerative Travel partnership! We’ve joined forces with our friends at Velskov to create an experience for people who want to leave a lasting positive impact in the place they’ve come to explore.

Regenerative Travel is a new concept that goes beyond sustainable travel. While sustainable travel focuses on minimising the negative impacts of tourism, regenerative travel aims to leave a positive impact on the destination. It’s social-led, instead of product-led, and gives guests the opportunity to forge a lasting connection.

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Nourishing Nature: A Native Forest Farm Experience

Step into the sun-dappled shade of New Zealand’s lush native rainforest for an immersive sensory experience where conservation, cuisine and community come together. ...

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How Your Regenerative Travel Experience Helps New Zealand

From community engagement, economic empowerment and education - you'll actively contribute to making a positive impact during your visit. Community Engagement: You’l...

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About Velskov

Velskov is a native forest farm, possibly a modern day first of its kind in New Zealand. They grow food regeneratively in a biodiverse native forest in Auckland. Forest f...

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What should I wear?

For your comfort, please wear clothes that you can layer and shoes suitable for walking. Velskov also provides a limited number of gumboots and rain jackets.

What should I bring?

We recommend bringing a hat and sunscreen (for the summer months), a rain jacket (for the winter months), as well as a water bottle, camera and insect spray.

Don't forget any medication you may need during the tour, such as allergy prevention or treatment.

Can we bring kids?

Participants must be at least 18 years old to attend on their own. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Due to the outdoor nature of this tour, children under 12 cannot participate. There are no discounted rates for participants under 18. If you have special requests for a private tour, please contact us.

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

The tour features tastings of fresh ingredients from the farm and local area, which vary daily. While specific dietary requests cannot be guaranteed, please inform us of any allergies when booking, and we will advise Velskov.

What is included in the experience?

  • Round-trip transportation from The Hotel Britomart to Velskov Native Forest Farm with a dedicated driver.
  • A guided walk through the native forest farm.
  • Expert-guided herb and plant foraging.
  • A tasting experience featuring forests foods, artisan cheeses, meats, and breads in a beautiful open-air glasshouse.
  • Learn how reforesting native bush helps New Zealand’s rich biodiversity flourish.
  • The opportunity to plant a native tree sapling, to help restore the forest or seasonal variation such as mushroom log inoculation.

Do I need to be physically mobile?

Yes, guests need to be physically mobile and fit for a short walk through the forest. Unfortunately, the native forest farm is not suitable for wheelchair access.

Can I arrange my own transport?

Yes, you are welcome to make your own way to Velskov Native Forest Farm. However, this does not change the tour cost. We encourage you to join the group in the eco-friendly electric vehicle to help reduce our environmental footprint.

Does the four hours include drive time?

Yes, the total tour duration is four hours, which includes the 45-minute drive each way from The Hotel Britomart to Velskov.

Are there bathrooms?

Yes, there is a compostable toilet available for use at the off-grid native forest farm.

Can I cancel the tour?

Do you take corporate bookings?

Yes, for tours tailored to alternate dates, times and attendee numbers please enquire with events@thehotelbritomart.com.

Who is the operator?

The tour is managed and promoted by The Hotel Britomart and operated by Velskov.