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Mount Manaia Track
A steady climb through regenerating native bush to the summit of Mount Manaia rewards you with breathtaking views of the dramatic entrance to Whangārei-Terenga-Paraoa (Whangārei Harbour). As Mount Manaia is a wāhi tapu (sacred place) for Ngātiwai and other iwi and hapū in Northland – respect the area and keep to the marked tracks.
Wanderlust Solo Women Tours
Wanderlust Solo Women Tours is all about supporting you to travel confidently and have a great time doing so, in a safe environment where you feel like you belong.
Sculptureum Galleries & Gardens Experience
Located an hour north of Auckland and just outside Matakana is Sculptureum, a world-class tourist attraction. With three sculpture-filled gardens, six art galleries, a vineyard, Rothko restaurant, Freddie's Outdoor Kitchen and The Terrace Lawn Bar, there's something for everyone.
Mana Retreat Centre
Experience mind-body education, spiritual exploration and renewal. Set on 360 acres nestled in the bush-covered rangers of the Coromandel with expansive sea views, Mana Retreat Centre is a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of the world.
Restore Balance Retreat
A yoga retreat centre in the Tasman area to provide tools and education to enable individuals to live a lifestyle that allows them to discover their fullest potential.
Vibrant Living Retreat
Luxury and relaxing unique accommodation options for a special well-being escape to Hanmer Springs.
Te Waiora House Christian Retreat Centre
A place of peace and refuge for those who need to recharge their batteries, emotionally, physically, or spiritually, in a beautiful rural setting. Time out, restoration and growth.
Sister Eveleen Retreat House
Located on the Scarborough cliff top, nestled among native trees and beach flora, Sister Eveleen Retreat House is a spiritual haven. Take a breath and hold a space for yourself for a night or two.
Mountain Spirit
Retreat, reflect and replenish. Wake up to birdsong and scenic morning skies or enjoy stargazing at an evening in this spectacular space. Tucked away at the base of Mt Grandview, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. Bookings essential.
Te Whenua Retreat
Te Whenua is a peaceful & transformative retreat centre that provides a deeply nurturing space to rest & re-focus. If you are looking to calm the mind, awaken the heart, and be inspired by time-honoured spiritual & wellness practises, then a stay here will support you. A calm, welcoming comfortable stay where you are free to "be you", while enjoying the culinary delights of plant based cooking and the natural beauty of Gibbston Valley.
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
With accommodation for all budgets, dining options to suit different events, budgets, and dietary needs, an occasion or retreat at Kinloch will provide a lasting impact and treasured memories.
Wangapeka Study & Retreat Centre
The beautiful and peaceful Wangapeka Study and Retreat Centre, located in the foothills of the Southern Alps, runs retreats and events all year. There are 3 self contained retreat cabins which are available year round for personal retreats. Whether you want to rest, meditate, write your memoirs or just enjoy sunrises and birdsong, consider Wangapeka when you want time away.
Brackenridge Country Retreat and Spa
Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa is the perfect place for a break in the picturesque countryside of Martinborough.
Strathean Retreat Centre
Beautiful accommodation in a picturesque natural setting for groups of up to 30 people mostly in twin and single rooms. Aligned with groups wanting space for spiritual, healing and creative work.
The Falls Retreat
A unique place to reconnect with nature, food and each other. Charming accommodation, unique experiences including cooking and gardening workshops, special events and more. Located in stunning Karangahake Gorge - escape to a peaceful haven!
Tauhara Retreat & Conference Centre
Tauhara is a retreat and conference centre located in Acacia Bay, overlooking Lake Taupo in the centre of New Zealand's North Island.
Ripples Retreat
Ripples has been designed as an ultimate retreat where you choose to do as much or as little as you want. There is a reason why Peter Jackson filmed The Hobbit here, it is truly serene. Bookings essential.
Dharma Gaia
Retreats at Dharma Gaia offer the opportunity to be supported by a committed community of mindful living and to deepen your capacity to live more mindfully, more peacefully with joy and awareness. Always contact by email or phone before coming as the centre is at times closed to the public.
Cape South
A luxury country Escape and wellness Retreat – a place to relax, unwind and come away feeling rejuvenated. Their Luxury Wellness Retreats are world class and an opportunity to join a private gathering at a superb award winning retreat venue - to step out of life’s routines and dedicate real time to putting yourself first.
Ridge Country Retreat
The vision is to provide a place of sanctuary away from the hectic and stressful existence that many of us identify as normal living. A place of quiet bliss, where introspection and reflection is a natural reaction to the environment. A place where people can focus on themselves and their well-being, their present and their future. A place of knowledge and learning, sharing this wealth to all that seek it. And hopefully, a place that inspires.
Tiritiri Matangi Island Bird Sanctuary
Tiritiri Matangi, 4km off Auckland’s east coast, is one of the most successful conservation projects in the world, and provides a pest-free habitat for a number of rare and endangered species. More than 20,000 visitors take a ferry or private boat to Tiritiri Matangi each year to walk the tracks populated with abundant wildlife including some of New Zealand’s most tuneful forest birds - rare takahe, kokako, saddleback /tieke, stitchbird / hihi and North Island robin.
Become a Kiwi Guardian
An activity programme for kids to learn about nature and earn cool rewards. Discover an adventure near you!
Woodlands Homestead Gardens and Function Centre
Woodlands is a treasured historic homestead and public garden estate situated in the Waikato, only 15 minutes from Hamilton City. Entry to the Gardens is free, however donations are appreciated.
Trott’s Garden
The creation of Trott’s Community Garden has been a journey of dedication and imagination, as over the years it has been transformed from a bare paddock into the extraordinary contemporary garden it is today. A renowned garden which has received international acclaim, it is a peaceful paradise, blooming with and array of colourful flowers, trees and shrubs. A delight for Instagram! The New Zealand Gardens Trust awarded Trott’s Garden six stars (its highest category) and has designated it as a NZ Garden of International Significance, for its outstanding horticultural value in plant material, cultivation, design, construction, and maintenance.
Whangārei Quarry Gardens
Whangārei Quarry Gardens is a lush subtropical oasis created by volunteers, in the remnants of a former stone quarry in Northland, New Zealand. Refuel at the cafe and recharge yourself with a walk in nature. A must-see is a renowned artist, Chris Booth’s sculpture 'Te Wai U O Te Atakura'. Visit and maybe volunteer.
Te Mara Rakaunui o Aotearoa National Arboretum of New Zealand
Travel the world through trees. Take the waewae express from Argentina to China, from Mexico to Canada, from Colombia to Alaska.
Mount Beachside Holiday Park, Te Moananui ā Toi
Te Moananui ā Toi the Coastal Bay of Plenty is working toward expanding its accessible tourism offerings!
A Cultural Eco Tour of Whirinaki Forest
Whirinaki Te Pua a Tane is a wonderful place of natural healing, health benefits and reconnection for all people to the whenua and natural environment.
WaiOra Wellbeing
Learn the Art of slowing down through Sensory immersion in Nature, inspired by Shinrin-yoku the Japanese Wellbeing practise of Forest Bathing.
Self-Led Nature Walk
Whether you're on a tree-covered mountaintop or surrounded by concrete in the middle of a city, there is beautiful and interesting nature to be found. Here are some suggestions for short walks around New Zealand.