Be Part of the Restoration
Help Fund Traps & Trees

As part of the Pākehō Restoration Project, we’re on a long-term mission to regenerate 13 hectares of native forest.

New Zealand’s native species evolved without mammalian predators. Today, animals like rats, stoats, and possums put constant pressure on fragile ecosystems — impacting native forest regeneration and wildlife.

Every dollar from our tours is reinvested into this work — but restoring an ecosystem takes time, effort, and ongoing support.

Every donation or sponsorship helps us accelerate this work — through pest control traps and native planting.

Thank you to everyone who chooses to support this work — it truly makes a difference.

Learn more about the Pākehō Restoration Project.

Help Fund Native Tree Planting

Planting native trees is a key part of restoring the forest — but it’s more than just putting a seedling in the ground.

Young plants need ongoing care to survive and thrive. This includes releasing (clearing grasses and weeds around each plant) and targeted spraying to control invasive species that would otherwise outcompete new growth.

Without this work, many seedlings struggle to establish, slowing regeneration.

Around NZ$10 supports the planting and ongoing care of one tree. Your donation helps fund this work and ensures long-term success.

Sponsor a Trap or Contribute Towards One — Make a Difference Your Way

We use AT220 automatic traps — an efficient, self-resetting system that targets multiple pest species.

These traps require a higher upfront investment, but deliver greater long-term impact, helping us protect both native wildlife and the forest itself.

Sponsor a full trap (NZ$632) or make a donation towards one and you'll be able to track its activity and impact online via Trap.nz.

By supporting a trap, you’re making a tangible, trackable contribution to reducing pest numbers and protecting vulnerable species in the area.