“An opportunity to immerse in yoga and nature”
5 Day Yoga and Hiking Homestay Holiday in Whangarei Heads, Northland Region
WHY Retreat, 16 Reotahi Road, McLeod Bay, RD4 Whangarei, New Zealand
New Zealand Yoga Holiday
This is a lower cost alternative for those who would like a relaxing holiday with yoga and other activities. As a homestay, this yoga and hiking retreat will feel more like a family visit, offering a more intimate connection to your host, Jo.
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Highlights
- 1 yoga and meditation class every day
- Access to all the fabulous hikes that WHY retreat is famous for
- Limited number of participants for an intimate experience
- Choose your balance of solitude and activities for your perfect retreat
- Leave feeling relaxed, energized, and motivated
- Access to all the amenities such as hot tub, sauna, outdoor seating areas and gardens
- 4 nights accommodation in the beautiful WHY Retreat with stunning views
- Delicious vegetarian meals prepared freshly according to your requirements
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
5 days with instruction
Group size: Maximum of 5 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
15:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
Facilities
- Gym
- Sauna
- Barbeque facilities
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Smoke-free property
- Yoga studio
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
Guests will enjoy the privacy of their own lounge, kitchen, and deck with views of the bay. Private or twin share bedrooms are available, and some have a private bath. Facilities include an in house yoga studio, sauna, and hot tub. There are also plenty of comfortable outdoor spaces for relaxation, including a streamside meditation bench.
All linen will be provided. Yoga mats and props are also available.
Program
The program will be tailored to suit the needs of WHY Retreat's guests. Generally, you might expect your day to include the following.
Early morning
- Pop out to Ocean Beach for the sunrise or sleep in and relax.
- You can also enjoy the early morning light from your deck as the sun rises over Mt. Manaia
Morning
- Yoga class structured to suit your level
- Breakfast - self-cater (ingredients provided)
Around noon
- Lunch - self cater or join Jo in the kitchen to prepare a salad fresh from her garden.
Afternoon
- Chill on the deck or at the beach, or embark on one of the many hikes in the area.
Evening
- Dinner - Help Jo create a delicious vegetarian meal and take advantage of her knowledge about nutrition.
- Take a stroll to the water's edge and watch the sunset.
- Enjoy stargazing from the spa pool or join Jo for a guided meditation.
Included excursions
Daily hiking is included. After your yoga class, the pristine beaches, native bush, and iconic landscape of the Whangarei Heads Peninsula await you. Hikes range from flat beach walks to five-hour mountain trails. There are a variety of tracks and beaches close by to meet the fitness level of guests.
Instructors
Jo Woollacott
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Jo Woollacott is the owner of WHY Retreat and offers retreats from her yoga studio and bed and breakfast at Whangarei Heads. She has been teaching yoga for over 35 years and is also a certified Pilates instructor. She is a Kaizen holistic health practitioner, a REPS registered personal trainer, and endorsed by the Exercise Association of New Zealand to provide SMEAEP tax deductible stress management programs.
Retreat location
WHY is a residential property in a beautiful coastal rural location. It is accessible by car (three hours' drive north of Auckland), bus, or air. You will enjoy sea views and some of the best hiking in New Zealand at your doorstep.
- Mt. Manaia hike
- Mt. Aubrey loop track
- Ocean beach (surf)
- Smugglers' cove - walk and swim
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Meals will be prepared freshly with locally sourced ingredients where possible. Breakfast and lunch will be self-catered at your own time (ingredients will be provided). Most vegetarian food requests can be catered for. Your host is passionate about healthy food, and puts flare and imagination as well as taste into the meals.
As a homestay, you will be helping to prepare some of the meals. This gives you a great opportunity to chat about nutrition and take home some inspiration and recipes for vegetarian meals. Jo will share her recipes with you too!
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
If weather permits, kayaks and paddle boards can be arranged. You can also add in extras such as personal training health coaching, an extra / one-on-one yoga or meditation class, or a massage, at additional cost.
Spa treatments
The following can be booked at an additional cost:
- Essential oil massage
- Therapeutic massage
- Reiki
What's included
- Yoga classes
- Hiking
- 4 nights accommodation
- Meals
What's not included
- Massage
- Kayaks and other water sports
- Transfers to and from the bus or airport
- Airfare
How to get there
Recommended Airports
AKL
Auckland Airport
134 km
Transfer not provided
WRE
Whangarei Airport
13 km
Transfer not provided
WHY Retreat is a 30-minute drive from Whangarei. You can also reach Whangarei by air or bus, three hours north of Auckland.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 10 days before arrival.
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