Welcome to Tauhara Centre

Just a 12 minute drive from Taupo town centre, a tranquil oasis awaits…

About Tauhara Centre

In 1938, a charitable trust was established to create a place for people to come together for community, learning, inspiration and personal growth. The eventual building and opening of the Tauhara Centre to reflect the visions of our Founders took its form and shape in 1977.

Today, Tauhara Centre hosts events, workshops and retreat gatherings by providing accommodation, catering, meeting spaces and support services for group organisers and their guests.

We also continue to welcome retreatants, casual guests and volunteers to come, meet, relax, meditate, enjoy and grow right here at our tranquil oasis.

The Perfect Getaway

Just a 12 minute drive from Taupo town centre, Tauhara Centre sits high above the surrounding landscape overlooking Lake Taupo.

We invite you to take time out from your busy lives to slow down, breathe, reflect and learn amidst our serene and peaceful spaces.
Return to your outer lives refreshed, restored and inspired.

ORGANISE A RETREAT

for your group

JOIN A RETREAT

at Tauhara Centre

STAY WITH US

for a personal retreat or family holiday

VOLUNTEER

for cultural and work exchange opportunities

We value personal contact with our guests. By working with you directly, we will do everything possible to make your stay, event or retreat a success.

If you wish to experience this serene environment and all we have to offer, reach out with a call or send an email to us today.

Women Writing Away has been coming to Tauhara at least twice a year since 1997. So much has changed during that time but the spirit of Tauhara – its commitment to the idea of people coming together to contemplate the ‘world’ for the betterment of the world – has been unwavering.

That commitment chimed with the spirit of our retreats and the intentions we have held for our academic writing. We have loved the care given to the land and its buildings, as well as to providing always-warm welcomes and nourishing food.

Moreover, across the decades, Tauhara has responded to our particular needs (especially our need for quiet) sensitively and generously so that we feel in partnership with this unique and blessed place and its people.

Elodie, Guest

“I recently facilitated a three-day yoga retreat at Tauhara, and the experience was exceptional from beginning to end. I cannot praise Tauhara highly enough.

The hosts’ heartfelt welcome is just the beginning. From the moment you arrive, there is a genuine sense of safety, care, and belonging.

The grounds are stunning, creating a haven of tranquility and stillness that perfectly supports retreat escapes. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully maintained, while the food is absolutely fabulous—nourishing, delicious, and prepared with great care.

Tauhara provides an environment where both facilitators and guests can truly flourish. It was a privilege to hold a retreat in such a beautiful and supportive setting, and I look forward to returning in the future.”

Nicole Saunders, Nikhila Yoga
Every time I “come home” to Tauhara, my whole body breathes a huge exhale. The land, the people, the food, the buildings, the wonderful management team – this amazing retreat centre is all about care, kindness and safety.

I have been leading retreats and trainings here for many years, and will continue to do so for as long as I can. Tauhara truly feels like part of my family, and I know they offer the same kindness of spirit to everyone who arrives at their door.

Thank you, Team Tauhara for all that you do to uplift the lives of so many.”

Sarah Hon, Yoga and Embodiment Facilitator and Retreat Leader