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. . . a memorable event in Bella Rakha’s unique surroundings


We are located 25mins from Auckland CDB, and are ideally suited for:
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  • residential training workshops
  • team building events
  • day bookings
  • conferences
We have: enrich

. . . 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.

sustainable practices
– by Ron Sperber
composting Ron Sperber
  • a mix of theory and practice
  • topics tailored to suit your group’s interests
  • costs to be advised
native trees Russell Norman planting trees
– by Geoff Davidson of Oratia Native Nursery
  • allow an hour for planting native trees along our stream bank
  • planting accompanied with talk by Geoff about our area, its native species and their benefits etc
  • price for this activity is $25 per head (plus gst), for a minimum of 10 people – note price drops to $20 per head for additional people
outdoor events
– by Elevate Corporate Team Events

Why choose an Elevate Corporate Team Event? Team Elevate
  • BGF! (Bloody Good Fun!) for your entire team
  • No hassles for the event organiser – we do it all!
  • Get to know the people behind the job descriptions
  • Build greater awareness and appreciation of team members
  • Celebrate milestones
  • Increase team energy and engagement
  • Choose from a range of activities – or have one tailor-made
Elevate events are designed to include and inspire all types of personalities. Our activities are not tests of strength or endurance, neither are they walks in the park. We have several event formats as well as a host of options for tailoring an event to meet your needs.

Team Elevate
Events to choose from:
  • On Target
    • Price $90 per person (plus gst), minimum of 10 people
  • Pedal to the Metal
    • Price $100 per person (plus gst), minimum of 12 people
  • The Boardroom
    • Price $35 per person (plus gst), minimum of 15 people
art therapy
– by Artwings
Artwings
What is Arts Therapy?
  • combining the Arts with psychology to gain personal insight and more informed decision-making, enhanced wellbeing and new strategies for fulfilling personal and professional goals
  • working within a group context, there is the added benefit of employing social dynamics and strategies for team unification
What are the benefits of Arts Therapy in team building and staff training events?
  • good health and positive creative flow tend to stream from the same well
  • by realigning with nature and opening up to creativity, new solutions and fresh perspectives will result
  • working within a group process, teams develop greater understanding and support of each other, strengthening focus toward shared goals
  • pricing from $330 – depending on event structure and group size
  • refer to attached link to see what sort of activities can be designed for your group by Artwings
yoga body work
– take a break from the work and stretch out and take a breath
  • we have two different styles of Yoga availableHatha and Iyengar
  • allow an hour to an hour and a half, for a group break to rejuvenate
  • price - $18 per person (minimum cost of $180)
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
  • price - $18 per person (minimum cost of $180)
  • click here for further information
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
  • disc golf
  • 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 - $15 per head (inc gst), minimum 10 people
  • professional standard discs can also be purchased - $20 per disc
  • informal game – with basic rules (on cards) and discs provided to use (FREE)
accommodation pricing

Our standard 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 booking for the facilities at a time, unless other arrangements are agreed
  • pricing starts from $95 per person for an overnight stay – and $143 per person for two nights, with a minimum booking of 10 people, this price excludes catering
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
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