| The Waoku Retreat Experience |
 Our retreat experiences are personalised to your individual needs and preferences. Each package includes accommodation and cuisine and the rest is completely up to you! Accommodation Four, stylish, self-contained apartments to choose from, featuring plush bedding, ultra-luxurious amenities and a private, outside deck. Choose from: Ahi Apartment Whenua Apartment Moana Apartment Matangi Apartment Cuisine Our food philosophy is simple: delicious, healthy, creative dishes. Produce is sourced from our own, flourishing organic garden (complete with happily-roaming chickens), as well as handpicked local suppliers and producers. This gives us fresh, seasonal inspiration on a daily basis. Our retreat packages include breakfast, lunch and dinner, with meals served in your apartment or out in the open air. Your package also includes unlimited teas, coffee and soft drinks. Here's a sample of what you could be tucking into: Breakfast Fresh organic fruit salad Homemade muesli Berry muffins Garden vegetable frittata Free-range eggs, cooked to your preference Shakshuka (tomato baked free-range eggs) Crepes Soups Butternut with truffle oil French onion Beetroot & nasturtium Salads Vegan super food salad Roast root vegetable & haloumi salad with horseradish dressing Roasted beetroot with orange dressing Light Meals Scallops, quinoa & avocado stack with ginger & wasabi sauce Nori cornets filled with salmon & salad Caesar salad with smoked salmon, poached eggs & olive croutons Mains Panfried snapper with citrus crumbs Duck breast with potato cake fresh vegetables Quinoa vegetarian bake with mushroom, silverbeet, zucchini & creamy tahini dressing Sweet potato, pumpkin & chickpea tagine with couscous & harissa Sweets A selection of delights daily. (Please note: this menu is only available to guests enjoying a retreat experience.) Personalise Your Retreat Experience You can tailor your stay to do as much, or as little, as you like. Simply let us know your preferences when you book, and we'll take care of the rest. Activities available at Waoku Lodge include: Daily yoga sessions Yoga at Waoku Lodge is run by Bernadette Gavin, who along with her partner and young daughter, is a co-creator of Solscape Eco Retreat (just down the road from Waoku Lodge). Bernadette will tailor your session to match your level of experience. Blissful massage treatments Let our experienced massage therapists iron out the kinks! Choose from: Cultural Bodywork Massage – Pacific Elixir: a unique treatment drawing on traditional Hawaiian healing. This rhythmic, flowing technique cleanses every system of the body, clears the mind and invigorates the soul. You will float off the table with a renewed sense of wellbeing and inner strength. Back Walking: a deep stress relief technique. You remain fully clothed while your practitioner uses knees, feet and hands to release built up muscle tension. Treatments take approximately 45 minutes. NeoTouch Craniosacral Therapy: a massage technique that works to reverse the debilitating effects of stress by regulating and re-establishing balance in the craniosacral system. This directly helps other systems, including the digestive, nervous, endocrine, and the immune system, and paves the way for rejuvenation throughout the entire body. The treatment takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on your individual needs. Activities within Raglan include: Horse trekking Take a trek through native bush and along the glistening black sands of the beach. Stand up paddleboarding A relaxing way to explore the harbour and surprisingly good for your core. Surf lessons Raglan is famous for its left hand surf breaks. While you won’t be carving up Indicators on your first go, the beach offers plenty of smaller waves to get you started. Mountain biking Get a 360-degree view of Raglan and its surrounds from the top of the Te Uku Windfarm Pipiwharauroa Biking Trail. It’s a 18km return trip with plenty of uphill work. Kayaking Take a paddle across the harbour and check out Raglan's limestone rocks. Kayak fishing Hunt for your dinner amidst the spectacular splendour of Raglan harbour. This is an epic half or full-day adventure. And since your kayak comes with a fish finder (and a few choice snippets of local knowledge) chances are high you’ll go home armed with some seriously boast-worthy photos. Sightseeing tours around Raglan Please note: activities are not included in the cost of your package. Our Location
Waoku Lodge overlooks the ocean at Whale Bay, Raglan, on the North Island of New Zealand. We’re a two-hour drive south from Auckland and a 45-minute drive from Hamilton and are happy to arrange airport transfers from Auckland International Airport or Hamilton Airport – simply let us know your requirements when you book. Raglan town is a ten-minute drive from Waoku Lodge. Brimming with art galleries, clothing boutiques, surf stores, antique shops and craft stores, it’s a great place to while away a few hours. There’s also a wide selection of cafes and eateries. Don’t miss the short walk to Raglan Wharf, where you’ll find handcrafted leather goods and pottery by Tony Sly. Frequently Asked Questions
When are retreat packages available?
Retreat packages are available to suit your schedule. (Subject to availability).What time is check-in/check-out?
Check-in is at 2pm and check-out is 10am.
Is alcohol available at Waoku Lodge?
Absolutely! Your retreat package includes one, complimentary bottle of wine and we have a great selection available for purchase.
Can you cater for special dietary needs? We certainly can. Simply let us know your needs when you book. Do you have internet access in the apartments?
Yes, there is free WiFi available in all apartments.
What’s the climate like in Whale Bay? Summer days (Jan to March) are usually hot and sunny. We recommend bringing high-factor sunscreen and a hat! Winter tends to be a mild affair, with average daytime temperatures around 16 degrees Celsius. The climate can be changeable, so if you plan on exploring some of the area's walks, don't forget your raincoat.
Your Retreat Options Two Night Restore Retreat Designed exclusively for the ladies. Two nights of blissful, self-indulgent pampering... plus pudding. Luxury apartment with sea views, two Queen bedrooms, private spa pool and all meals: $799 per person. Head here for full details >> Three Night Romantic Rekindle Retreat If you’re looking for a little reconnection time with the loved one in your life, we can give you the time and space you need. Luxury apartment with sea views, two Queen bedrooms, private spa pool and all meals: $999 per person. Head here for full details >> Five Night Revive Retreat Unplug, unwind and take a real break from the world. Luxury apartment with sea views, two Queen bedrooms, private spa pool and all meals: $1599 per person. Head here for full details >>  |
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