Bella Rakha as well as being a Retreat Centre, is also a great location for business groups and organisations to escape the bustle of the city, and create a memorable team experience. We are set in 32 acres of park-like grounds and native bush, and are located 25mins from Auckland CDB, and are ideally suited for:
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  • off-site business meetings
  • overnight managers/leadership retreats
  • team building events
  • conferences
  • sports team accommodation and training venue
  • day bookings

We have: accommodation pricing

Our prices vary to allow for group sizes, length of stay, catering requirements and added activities

  • while staying at Bella Rakha, the groups are mostly autonomous, and you have the use of the facilities and grounds to walk and explore
  • we operate on one group using the facilities at a time, unless other arrangements are agreed
  • we can provide a low cost accommodation option, which is outlined on the Retreat Group page, and is self catering and we can add on services to suit your budget and style of event
  • some business groups prefer to arrive and have everything set up, with refreshments and catering provided. We price this to suit each event, please contact us to discuss your needs.
  • For midweek day bookings, we charge $450 plus gst, which includes the room setup and projector hire.
we provide
  • beds complete with linen, blankets and pillow – a towel and face cloth for each guest also
  • bathrooms have soap for hand basins, toilet paper and handtowels
  • kitchen has all the basic cooking requirements and tea towels – dinner sets, cups and glasses and wine glasses
  • we set up the main hall and dining hall to suit your specific requirements
  • tea & coffee supplies
  • catering (but group can make other arrangements)
groups need to
  • understand and be mindful our guidelines for guests sharing the property
  • bring their own toiletries
  • leave the facilities tidy, with chairs stacked etc
  • be mindful of recycling as much of their rubbish as possible – sorting rubbish into appropriate bins in dining block – paper, recyclable plastic, tins, glass and food waste into kitchen bucket or compost bin outside kitchen - leaving as little non-recyclable rubbish on site as possible
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. . . your event with workshops or activities catering to all sorts of interests


Waitakere is a region filled with people passionate about the environment and sustainability. We are lucky enough to have some of these people who are able to share their visions and enthusiasm with others in an informal yet educational way.

disc golf disc golf
– play 9 holes or 18 holes on our disc golf course
  • learn about this fun and accessible game from our very own NZ Disc Golf Champ - Simon
  • get some tips on the game and throwing techniques
  • just play for fun or run a competitive game ambrose style or any other golf format
  • a great way to enjoy our grounds
  • price for a managed activity - from $150 (plus gst),
  • professional standard discs can also be purchased - $20 per disc
  • informal game – with basic rules (on cards) and discs provided to use (FREE)
outdoor events
Team Elevate
yoga body work
  • take a break from the work and stretch out and take a breath
  • allow an hour to an hour and a half, for a group break to rejuvenate
  • price starts from $250 (plus gst)

bodywork and meditation marion
  • enjoy simple, gentle movements and meditations that reduce stress and bring deep peace
  • open up to greater energy, potential and a more satisfying life
  • pricing from $200 (plus gst)
  • click here for further information

Russell Norman planting trees sustainable practices
– with Ron Sperber

native trees
– by Oratia Native Nursery

art therapy
– by Artwings


types of events

Types of events: Meditation – Spiritual - Personal growth – Workshops – Womens groups – Mens groups – Fasting – Yoga – Feldenkrais – Tai Chi – Qigong – Reiki – Art Therapy – Body work – Massage – Writing – Marriage Enrichment – Counselling – Educational – Health & Healing – Building Community – Eco Tourism – Disc Golf