If ‘wellbeing’ and ‘wellness’ are two words that resonate for this year, then Parohe Retreat is the perfect place to indulge in both.
Surrounded by native bush, birdsong and crystal-clear waters, Parohe Retreat is situated on Kawau Island; only a 45-minute drive north of Auckland, and a short ferry ride from Sandspit. Stepping off the jetty on arrival, it feels as if you are on your own private island; the busyness of the city and the stress of daily life quickly becoming a distant memory as you breathe in the fresh air and begin to unwind. The word ‘Parohe’ translates to ‘relaxed, easy-going mood’, and after a stay there, it certainly lives up to its name.
For those looking for a wholesome getaway to re-ground the senses, Parohe offer all-inclusive signature 2-to 4-day wellness retreats. Whether you want to relax, rejuvenate or reset, the choice is yours. Parohe also collaborates with other health and wellbeing partners to offer bespoke retreats, each unique in their offerings.
A selection of Scandinavian-inspired cabins and cabanas, dotted throughout the 22 hectares of native bush, provide everything you need for complete comfort. A hilltop villa offers spectacular sea views, while the Honeymoon Cottage, dating back to 1860, is more rustic and romantic. Alpacas and wallabies wandering the property help set the scene.
On every retreat, sunrise yoga begins the day, either on the private wharf or on bush-immersed yoga platforms. During any free time, for active types, there’s also an outdoor pool, archery, volleyball, lawn games, pitch/putt golf, fishing, paddleboarding, and kayaking, along with access to Parohe’s picturesque walking trails. If it’s simply relaxation you crave, book a massage, unwind in the sauna, lie by the pool, soak in the outdoor baths under the starlit night sky, or simply curl up with a book. The Enchantment restaurant offers nutritionist-approved, plant-based meals made from organic ingredients picked from the property’s bursting vegetable gardens.
In addition to their signature retreats, Parohe have three bespoke retreats on offer in March to fulfil your quest for both wellbeing and wellness.
The Space, Foundations for Sustainable Wellness
9 March, 3 nights
Leaning on their vast wellness and performance coaching skillsets, Alex Davids and Ana Lynch, founders of Matakana wellness studio, The Space, have designed a three-day immersive experience to help discover what’s needed to thrive in life – on a physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual level. Far from a retreat focused on pampering and rest, this immersion will challenge your current state and allow you to reflect deeply on your approach to wellness, your desires for where you’d like to be, and the tools to build strong foundations from which to grow.
Ritual of Elements with Rachel Hunter
16 March, 3 nights
Relax, reset, and relate to the elements while being led by Rachel Hunter in a very special weekend at Parohe. Having recently conducted retreats in Bali and India, Rachel welcomes guests in a rare opportunity to join her in her homeland as she facilitates one of her internationally acclaimed retreats. During the retreat, Rachel will focus on connecting guests with nature through yoga, meditation, breathwork, and intimate talks. Rachel will also join guests for two group meals.
Ayurvedic Autumn Cleanse
23 March, 3 nights
The Ayurveda Panchakarma retreat offers the perfect opportunity for a deep and authentic ayurvedic cleanse. Ayurveda, a sister science of yoga, is an ancient holistic healing system from India with a history of over 5,000 years. Panchakarma is ayurveda’s deep cleansing and purification therapy that’s traditionally recommended twice a year during the changing season. Enjoy ayurvedic treatments from a team of trained and experienced ayurveda practitioners applying the principles of panchakarma. Daily yoga sessions and ayurvedic plant-based meals will nourish and replenish your body and soul.
