Wellness Adventure
Feb 25th - 28th ' 2022
Discover the exhilarating joys of the Taranaki region along the Sanctuary Hill team that will guide you through a magnificent health journey.
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Reset, grow and make meaningful changes in your lifestyle in this exclusive wellness adventure fueled by carefully prepared clean plant-based eating, and supported by a team of holistic mentors and enjoy our legendary hospitality.
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Embrace your inward journey towards mindfulness, relaxation and a blissful sense of being.
Highlights:
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Yoga twice a day
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Premium rooms with nature views
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Delicious meals
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Nature walk to the scenic Pouakai Trail
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Warm group environment
What to expect
Yoga:
All activities in our program are included and the opportunity to attend all of the yoga and meditation sessions. The schedule is designed to include two yoga classes a day, apart from Friday which will only include one yoga class after your arrival. Morning classes are intended to be with more movement to start that day and warm up. The evening classes are a restorative style to prepare us for a good night sleep. We specialize on Traditional Hatha and Restorative styles. Beginners to yoga will get an introduction to yoga postures, breathing practices and relaxation techniques, while the more experienced will be guided in how to deepen their practice.
Excursions:
On Saturday, you will head out with your guide to the Pouakai Trail. This scenic walk offers truly breath-taking scenery and provides the natural element to your outdoor wellness adventure. Take in the vistas as we prepare well deserved picnic lunch for you to enjoy our day out. We provide group transportation to enjoy time in nature in a guided group walks in the surrounding areas of Taranaki. Suggested things to bring are hiking shoes, small pack, and water bottle.
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Therapies:
You are welcome to enjoy our outdoor Spa Pool under the stars. We also have a specialized therapists that offers massage and Reiki. This are additional costs and can be booked at the time of your booking.
60 min therapy: $110
30 min therapy: $60
Workshops:
The workshops in this Retreat will be focused on the five principles of health through: Proper Exercise, Proper Breathing, Proper Relaxation, Proper Diet and Positive Thinking. Whether you are new to yoga or its your favourite way to unwind, we would love to share with you our passion to enhance our energy levels and optimize your body and mind.
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Meals:
The carefully prepared meals at Sanctuary Hill have a special mention on our guide. Our chef crafts extraordinary menus that are rich in natural, whole foods and herbs and contain no artificial substances or common allergens. Chef prepares all meals with seasonal, organic, locally available ingredients and with as much naturally grown ingredients from our own garden. Beautiful, delicious and so, so good for you—the food we serve is meticulously prepared to fuel both body and soul. All special dietary requirements are accommodated.
Accommodation:
We provide shared accommodation, with two or three guest per room. The maximum number for our groups are 12 guests.
Our modern luxury bedrooms are equipped with 100% cotton linen ant towels. We also have an option for couples to accommodate in a king size bedroom.
We invite our guests to unwind: take a walk, explore the property, read a book from our library, journal, connect with nature and wildlife, and relax in the hot tub.
Prices
Two Night Program:
Shared Bedroom: $595 each (this is for single travelers that share a double or triple occupancy room)
Private Bedroom: $870 for single occupancy
Private Double Room: $1,190 for 2 guests (this is a private room for a couple or 2 friends traveling together)
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Three Night Program:
Shared Bedroom: $795 each (this is for single travelers that share a double or triple occupancy room)
Private Bedroom: $1,070 for single occupancy
Private Double Room: $1,590 for 2 guests (this is a private room for a couple or 2 friends traveling together)
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We offer Extended Stay Packages if you wish to stay at Sanctuary Hill after/before your Retreat.
Our packages can include accommodation, meals and access to our daily yoga schedule.
2-night Program:
Friday
4:00pm Arrival meet & greet
5:00pm An Evening Yoga session
7:00pm Dinner
8:00pm Meditation
Saturday
7:30am Meditation and Morning Yoga
8:30am Breakfast
9:30am Pouakai Trail with picnic lunch
6:30pm Dinner
7:30pm Rest and Restore session
Sunday
7:30am Meditation and Morning Yoga
9:30am Breakfast
10:30am Wellness Workshop
1:00pm Lunch
3:00pm Departure for 2-night Guests
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3 -night Program:
Sunday continued
4:30pm Yin Yoga Class
6:30pm Dinner
8:00pm Fire Circle
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Monday
7:30am Meditation and Morning Yoga
9:30am Breakfast
10:30am Closing Circle
12:00pm Departure
About New Plymouth
Transportation:
Sanctuary Hill is located only 15 minute drive from the New Plymouth Airport. We are happy to organize a shuttle service with an independent specialized company which normally charges NZ$35 dlls one-way.
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New Plymouth is the major city of the Taranaki Region on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand.
Notable features are the botanic gardens (i.e. Pukekura Park), the critically acclaimed Len Lye Centre and Art Gallery, the 11 km (6.8 mi) Coastal Walkway alongside the Tasman Sea, the Len Lye-designed artwork known as the Wind Wand, Paritutu Rock, and views of Mount Taranaki/Egmont. New Plymouth Airport has daily services from Air New Zealand.
What YOGA means to us
Yoga is at the heart of our retreats, and we offer the real deal. From the physical practice, the environment where you move, the food you eat, is all part of the philosophy of an integrative way of living. The goal of the physical practice is to challenge you physically but most importantly to quiet the mind. That’s what yoga is all about – calming the mind. And that’s what we teach on our yoga retreats. You will feel re-energized and restored both physically and mentally.
We are truly looking forward to welcome you to join us on an amazing adventure. Have a question we've not yet answered? Please don't hesitate on contacting us.
Terms and Conditions
Please make your reservation as early as possible as spaces on our retreats are limited. Before payment, please read our Terms and Conditions here. Payment of your deposit equates to agreeing to the booking conditions. Should you require further clarifications of any of the conditions, we encourage you to contact us.