LUXURY WELLNESS RETREATS IN NEW ZEALAND – THE OPTIONS

The best options are spread out across the country

Whatever route you’re taking, it will be possible to add a luxury wellness retreat to your itinerary. And why wouldn’t you?

While all the classic features of a wellness retreat, such as spa and massage, of course are in place, there is so much more that you can add to your retreat experience.

The choices within meditation have for example increased over the past years, with experience levels ranging from beginners to advanced. Have you always wanted to try a silent meditation retreat or a retreat where you can combine meditation with tough exercise, or just the later? Then there are alternatives for you, as well.

A WIDE RANGE OF LOCATIONS

Always with luxurious features

Some retreats are located far off the beaten track, without road access, while others are situated closer to additional attractions. Certain getaways will impress you with their modern contemporary style, while others will charm you with their traditional architecture.

Always with luxurious features, of course.

ECO-FRIENDLY AND LOCALLY PRODUCED

The gastronomy itself a reason for visiting

The majority of the retreat options in New Zealand are eco-friendly and do only use locally produced ingredients to prepare everything on their gourmet menus. This, in combination with the fact that some of the best chefs in the country are working at many of these locations, makes the gastronomy itself a reason for visiting.

ALTERNATIVES THAT CATER TO DIFFERENT PURPOSES

Get introduced to healing

What’s your main reason for visiting a wellness retreat? Would you just like to rewind, or make a big life change and start an entire new chapter? Eliminate toxins, get introduced to (or deepen your skills in) healing, kick-start your active lifestyle, learn about clean eating, or something else? There are alternatives that cater to all kinds of purposes.

BEST TIME TO GO AND WEATHER

There is never a bad time

There is never a bad time to visit a luxury wellness retreat in New Zealand, since the majority of the retreats offer similar experiences throughout the year. Some are located in areas where you will be able to go for day hike adventures, so you just have to dress accordingly once the temperature drops.

The surroundings are beautiful all year around, but in different ways. The answer to when the best time is to come here depends on your preferences. The average day temperature across the country usually ranges between:

Spring: 16 – 19˚C
Summer: 20 – 25˚C
Autumn: 17 – 21˚C
Winter: 12 – 16˚C

The North Island is the warmest, while the temperatures on the South Island’s inland alpine areas can go as low as -10°C during the winter season. Since New Zealand’s weather can be unpredictable, it’s recommended to pack for different seasons.