Perfect End of Trip Stop

8 Nov

Planning Your Dream Road trip in New Zealand?

Many of our international guests chose us as their final stop before flying out of Auckland International Airport, at the end of their EPIC trip in New Zealand.

This way, you can avoid the stress of going to Auckland city (the traffic, the parking and the noises). Spend the last night or two with us, you can leisurely get ready, and check out on the day of departure, since it’s only a 1.5-hour drive from the Lodge to Auckland Airport. Talk to us and we are always happy to help plan your drive to the airport!

Our guests often told us how much they appreciated the slow pace, the opportunity to be spoiled by our amazing hosts and talented head chef, and the perfect way to wrap up their multi-day trip in New Zealand, before heading back home and back to reality. Of course, they often regret only booking for one night. Email us at stay@tekarakalodge.co.nz or call us at 09 242 9229 to take advantage of our delicious Summer Promotion: Stay One Night, Get 50% Off the Second Night! （Valid until March 2025) and book your stay with us!

We are proud of our three-course “Trust the Chef” menu which offers the highest culinary experience and standards, and a guaranteed “WOW” factor to celebrate the end of your trip. We can also offer a sharing-style dinner for a bigger group (more than 4).

Playing board games on the deck outside the lodge — After dinner, you are welcome to enjoy the lounge area, have another glass of wine or two, and get competitive at one of our various board games;

Outdoor swiming spa pool with luminous light on at the lodge — or, jump into our outdoor spa for a relaxing starlight soak, before retiring back to your comfortable beds

We don’t have to tell you how amazing it is to wake up to the sounds of nature. Depending on the day, you might wake up to birdsong, or have cattle or lambs grazing nearby and greet you good morning.

After a morning coffee or tea, breakfast is waiting for you at the restaurant. Our outdoor dining area is perfect for a slow and tranquil morning to relax and savour the time you just spent in New Zealand with your loved ones.

Before leaving New Zealand, you can book a farm tour and join our farm manager James in his AVT if you want some last action or activity. Get a ride as a real Kiwi farmer’s assistant for an hour or so. We also have a comfortable 4WD for a bigger group. James is proud to share his knowledge and experience on running the farm and looking after the land, the animals and the waterways.

Guests enjoying their private farm tour in the station — You can also watch shearing in action at our woolshed, simple talk to us when booking the tour.

Cattles grown in well-managed paddock — We also have a lot of handsome and curious cattles who will come over to check you out.

Don’t forget you can jump into the outdoor swimming spa anytime you wish, maybe before breakfast! Our soft and firm deck and well-manicured lawns are perfect for morning yoga or meditation. We can also organize for a yoga instructor or massage therapist to come onsite (conditions apply) if that’s what you need at the end of your amazing Kiwi trip.