Fine Dining at Moraine Lodge
We extend a warm welcome to day guests wishing to join us for a 4-course Fine Dining culinary experience at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. This is a culinary journey inspired by the breath-taking beauty of the Mackenzie Region, Te Manahuna. Our multi-course, seasonal tasting menu is designed to showcase local produce and delicious flavours.

Date

Bookings Essential

Time

7:30pm

Location

Moraine Lodge, 86 Mt Cook Road, Ben Ohau

Cost*

$145 Per Person

*All prices are shown in New Zealand dollars and include GST.

EVENT DETAILS

Moraine Lodge is the Mackenzie Region’s #1 Fine Dining establishment, offering a multi-course, seasonal tasting menu, designed to showcase the flavours of the Mackenzie, using local produce and representing our garden to plate philosophy.  As we want to keep the menu a surprise for our guests, we won’t reveal too much about what each course entails. However, we can promise you a gastronomic adventure that captures the essence of the Mackenzie.

Please advise us on any dietary requirements when booking, this menu is subject to availability. Diners are seated at elegant sharing-style tables in the grand setting of Moraine Lodge. Enjoy sumptuous cuisine as well as engaging conversation with fellow guests and world travellers.

Please note, for party size less than 6 people you may be seated at a sharing table with another group.

More Upcoming Events

Our upcoming events are featured below. Purchase your tickets to reserve your place, and feel free to contact us with any questions. And check back for more new events to be released throughout the year.

Gift Voucher

Gift Voucher

Date:By Arrangement

Time:By Arrangement

Location:Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, 86 Mt Cook Road, Lake Pukaki

Celebrate any occasion with a gift voucher, whether you'd like to treat someone to stay in one of our luxury villas, fine dine in our Moraine Lodge, or spend a night under the stars in our Pukaki Wine Cellar and Observatory it's up to you.

Kiwi Christmas Dinner

Kiwi Christmas Dinner

Date:Monday 25 December

Time:4:00pm - 6:00pm

Location:Moraine Lodge

Celebrate Christmas Day with us and enjoy good food and company. Join us in our luxury Moraine Lodge and indulge in a 4-course Christmas dinner and complimentary glass of bubbles. 

Seasonal Photography

Seasonal Photography

Date:By Arrangement

Time:By Arrangement

Location:Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory, 86 Mt Cook Road, Lake Pukaki

An experienced photography guide will take you to the Retreat's most iconic spots and let you capture all of its beauty. Whether you have experience or are new to photography we would love to show you or teach you how to capture the beauty of the ever-changing Mackenzie landscape.

Billion Star Dining

Billion Star Dining

Date:By Arrangement

Time:7:30pm - 10:30pm

Location:Pukaki Wine Cellar and Observatory

We created the Pukaki Wine Cellar and Observatory to share the beauty of the Dark Sky Reserve with our guests through small, private gatherings in a comfortable, intimate setting. Billion Star Dining starts with a seasonal 4 course tasting menu at Moraine Lodge followed by a stargazing experience at Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory for groups of 4 – 12 guests.

Astrophotography

Astrophotography

Date:By Arrangement

Time:8pm in Winter | 9pm in Summer

Location:Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory, 86 Mt Cook Road, Lake Pukaki

Join us for a unique dark sky experience in our Pukaki Wine Cellar and Observatory. Not only will you witness and experience the Aoraki International Dark Sky Reserve, you will also be able to capture it with astrophotography. Enjoy several hours with an experienced astrophotograher who will help you take amazing photos of the dark sky.

Fine Dining at Moraine Lodge

Fine Dining at Moraine Lodge

Date:Bookings Essential

Time:7:30pm

Location:Moraine Lodge, 86 Mt Cook Road, Ben Ohau

We extend a warm welcome to day guests wishing to join us for a 4-course Fine Dining culinary experience at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. This is a culinary journey inspired by the breath-taking beauty of the Mackenzie Region, Te Manahuna. Our multi-course, seasonal tasting menu is designed to showcase local produce and delicious flavours.

Tastes of Nature Cooking Demonstration and Lunch

Tastes of Nature Cooking Demonstration and Lunch

Date:By Arrangement

Time:By Arrangement

Location:Moraine Lodge

To dine at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is to savour the tastes of nature. Let our private chefs show you how to select, prepare and present a seasonal menu with lots of versatility to add your own elements.

Stargazing at Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory

Stargazing at Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory

Date:Multiple

Time:Summer 9.30pm | Winter 8.30pm

Location:Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory

Join us for a unique dark sky experience in the Pukaki Wine Cellar and Observatory. This is a fun, informative and unique experience where you will explore the universe in a small group setting with opportunities to take incredible photos of deep space objects.

Plan Your Celebration

If you’re searching for the perfect setting for your own celebration or special event, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat will exceed your expectations in every way. To make your experience even more special, stay at the Retreat in our private luxury villas.

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From the moment I booked the villa to the time we departed, everything was perfect. Kaye made recommendations for tours and quickly accommodated us when our party grew from 2 to 4. The 2 bedrooms are both the same size, so there is no fighting over who gets the bigger room! Food was abundant and absolutely fresh and delicious throughout the entire stay. We picked out our wine from the wine cellar upon arrival and, the next night, Luke brought up a variety of bottles for us to choose from for dinner that night. We had an absolutely clear sky for stargazing in the observatory, and saw some brilliant stars, along with Saturn. Anna made sure that we had every supplement we needed, including picnic lunch and massages in the private spa. Also, the fireplace was set up to ensure that even fire dummies could get a flame going. We were in absolute heaven, and can honestly say this was the best part of our trip!

Katie S. 
Katie S.