‘The Sounds’ are simply New Zealand’s foremost playground for boating, fishing, walking, biking and sight-seeing.

Some of our Activities

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    MOUNTAIN BIKING

    When you stay with us, we have complimentary mountain bikes available. A great way to access the beauty of the local area and Sounds.

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    WALKING TRACKS

    There are many great bush tracks and walks on the doorstep at Raetihi Lodge. You can also walk a 10km leg of Queen Charlotte Track if that appeals.

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    BOATING

    At the Lodge, we have complimentary use of kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. There's also sailing, mussel cruise trips, fishing and the Pelorus Mailboat.

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MASSAGE

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Our massage therapist Juli Stevens has over 20 years’ experience in the USA and New Zealand.  Juli’s aromatherapy massage embraces unique & eclectic techniques.

Juli uses a wide selection of therapeutic essential oils on the body while inhaling from a steamer, as well as hot rocks and towels to relax, invigorate and relieve pain.

Whether you want a relaxing and nurturing massage, or deep tissue therapy for specific pain, you will find Juli’s own developed techniques comforting and healing.

AROMATHERAPY  MASSAGE:

30 Minutes                   $  75.00

60 Minutes                   $125.00

Up in the Air

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    Helicopter

    Take advantage of our helipad, and arrive by helicopter, take a heli-scenic flight or may be a heli-gourmet experience. We work with some excellent helicopter companies based in Wellington, Nelson and Picton, and will help make arrangements to suit your needs.

    Birds Eye View from a Helicopter
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    Flights

    Fly direct from Wellington, Nelson or Picton Airports into Nopera Airstrip with Pelorus Air. We can meet you at Nopera and drive you 4kms back to Raetihi Lodge. We can also arrange a Scenic Flight during your stay so you can enjoy the wild, stunning scenery, and beautiful, remote atmosphere of the Sounds.

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    Golf (the balls are in the air!)

    Magic course, magic place. A wonderful 9-hole course that challenges you all the way. With the fabulous views and warm club welcome, you're guaranteed a memorable time. We have golf clubs available for our guests.

    Nopera Bay Golf Club

RAETIHI DAY TOURS

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Whether you’re wanting to visit some of Marlborough’s finest Vineyards and do some wine tasting, or sample the flavour of life in the Outer Sounds aboard the Pelorus Mail Boat (for groups of 8 or more), we can make it happen with a day tour from Raetihi. Then return to relax in your room, or on your deck, before dining with us on the waterfront.

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