This is a chance to slow down, connect with the land and community, and leave a long-lasting legacy
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Queen Charlotte Eco-Camp is more than a place to rest. We're restoring native bush, protecting wildlife, and creating a thriving ecosystem along the Te Araroa Trail.
- Every guest can contribute – whether it's a small $5 donation, planting a tree or a longer volunteering adventure.
- If you have a small group, school outing, or family get together, we can coordinate your entire stay including overnight accommodations, volunteer activities and food!
Short-Stay Impact – Perfect for TA Hikers
Te Araroa Connection: A rest stop with purpose. For Hikers, By Hikers.
Stay a night or two, recharge, and give back:
- Penguin colony walk - Ocean & Penguin Education
- Possum trap check - Follow the tracks & keep our land safe
- Nursery workshop - Native Plants & Tree Education
- Explore Off The Track - where do our resources come from to support our land?
It only takes an hour, but it leaves a lasting impact.
Volunteer Longer – Stay, Learn, Restore
Looking for a deeper connection? Stay longer and join our team in meaningful conservation work.
As a volunteer, you will:
- Raise and plant native trees in the nursery
- Support predator control and habitat maintenance
- Learn regenerative tourism practices to carry with you
- Spend a 1/2 Day with our Caretaker on a volunteer project
Stay in Our Eco Yurts, Premium Cabins or Bring Your Own Tent!
Camping your way, we will accommodate to your travel needs.
Every booking directly supports our conservation work — from raising native seedlings to protecting penguin habitats.
Why Stay Here?
- On the Te Araroa Trail – perfect stopover for through-hiker. Rest days with hot showers and hearty food. We give you more than scrogan!
- Give back – conservation projects designed for hikers
- Comfort and connection – a place to connect with fellow TA trampers
Rest well, walk on, and know you've given back.