Join us to celebrate the rising of Matariki with your friends and family at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat on Friday 28 June. We will start at 6am with stargazing and welcoming the dawn from the Retreat’s lawn. You will have the opportunity to view the Matariki constellation through binoculars and trace the outline of Te Waka O Rangi from Matariki at the prow through to Tautoru on the stern.
This is a free event. A hot drink is included.
Reservations are essential.
What’s On
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.
Win a luxury night's accommodation in the Ashley Mackenzie Villa valued at $3,895.
Celebrate the rising of Matariki with stargazing at dawn.
Mataraki: Celebrate Māori New Year with a degustation dinner at Moraine Lodge.
Join us for an awe-inspiring Dusk to Dark experience. Admire the surrounding vistas in twilight followed by stargazing in the Pukaki Observatory.
Inviting everyone, from beginners to seasoned yogis, to join us as we breathe and move with awareness through a gentle and invigorating morning yoga session to celebrate International Yoga Day.
Indulge in timeless elegance at Moraine Lodge. Immerse yourself in a world of exquisite pastries and delicious tea, served in a luxury setting with beautiful views. This experience includes a complimentary glass of sparkling wine.
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.
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.
Indulge in a fine dining experience at Moraine Lodge, and then explore the stars from our private Pukaki Observatory.
Join us for a unique dark sky experience in our Pukaki Wine Cellar 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 astrophotographer who will help you take amazing photos of the dark sky.
We extend a warm welcome to day guests wishing to join us for a 6-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.
Join us for a unique dark sky experience in the Pukaki Observatory. This is a fun, informative and unique experience where you will explore the universe in a small group setting.
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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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