About Kohutapu Lodge

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Our mission is to empower our community through authentic Māori cultural experiences. We use tourism as a tool to give back, particularly to our youth, while offering visitors a genuine connection to our heritage and future aspirations. Rooted in community, we strive to create sustainable and inclusive opportunities that promote cultural exchange, regenerative tourism, and a brighter future for all. 

Nadine ToeToe brings over 25 years of experience in the tourism industry, having worked with some of New Zealand's most renowned cultural tourism providers. Her extensive background has given her the insight and passion to offer visitors something truly authentic—experiences grounded in real-life Māori culture and the values of community and regeneration. 

Karl ToeToe, a true “bush baby,” hunter, fisherman, and mahi kai (food gatherer), always dreamed of returning to his ancestral Ngāti Manawa lands. His knowledge of traditional practices, customs and the environment support and create a truly authentic experience for our manuhiri (guests).

Koro Maurice ToeToe, Karl’s father, is a cherished partner in the business and a revered cultural advisor. As a kaumatua (elder) for the iwi, Koro Maurice works tirelessly for his people and iwi, embodying the wisdom and strength of generations past. His guidance and leadership inspire everything we do, and we strive to make him, and the whole whānau, proud.