The Sauna Wānaka

The Sauna Wānaka

The Sauna Wānaka is Wānaka's lakefront sauna experience. Immerse yourself in the heat of the sauna and cool off with a dip in the lake in between rounds. Featuring a large panoramic window where you can admire the raw mountainous view and the lake - while unwinding physically and mentally. Choose from 4 different session types: Silent, Social, Guided, and Private.

From

NZ$30

NZ$27

per person

1 hours

Highlights

  • Sauna out in Wānaka’s beautiful, raw nature

  • Lake Dip between the sauna rounds

  • Panoramic mountain views inside the sauna

  • Outdoor shower and geodesic dome waiting/changing area

  • Wānaka's township’s only lakefront, nature-based wellness experience

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Full Description

Nestled on the edge of Lake Wānaka, The Sauna Wānaka is a lakeside wellness experience designed to reconnect you with nature, calm your mind, and revitalise your body.

Our hand-crafted sauna sits on the lakefront, offering sweeping mountain views and the unique opportunity to combine hot and cold therapy in one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking settings. Step into the warmth of the cedar-lined sauna, let the natural heat ease your muscles, and then plunge straight into the icy waters of Lake Wānaka for a refreshing dip. This contrast — known as hot/cold therapy — boosts circulation, reduces stress, and leaves you feeling truly alive.

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Includes

3 Rounds of Sauna

Lake dip or shower to cool off

Meeting Point

The Sauna Wānaka is located on the lakefront at The Outlet. This is a 6km drive from downtown Wānaka. Please park as indicated by the signage, on your left just as you reach the bottom of Outlet Road. The sauna is located a 1-minute walk west of the parking lot. 

Additional Information

Please arrive at the sauna at least 10 minutes prior to your scheduled session time. You need time to get signed in, changed, and showered, and we start sessions on time.

Bring sandals for the walk to the lake, a drink bottle, and two towels (one for inside the sauna and one for afterwards). We have towel rental available as needed.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 48 hours before activity starts.

Our Products/Services

From

NZ$30

NZ$27

per person

1 hours

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197 Outlet Road, Wānaka, New Zealand, 9305
Silent Sauna Session

Silent Sauna Session

Move through three 15-minute sauna rounds, with time for cooling off or a cold lake dip! The rounds are silent in the sa...Show More
Adult:
$ 30
$27
(16 - 120 years)
Child:
$ 15
$13.5
(4 - 15 years)
Not suitable for Infants.
Duration: 1 Hours
Maximum Passengers: 15
Guided Sauna Session

Guided Sauna Session

Be guided through three 15-minute sauna rounds by an instructor, with time for cooling off or cold immersion in between....Show More
Adult:
$ 34
$30.6
(16 - 120 years)
Child:
$ 17
$15.3
(5 - 15 years)
Infant: $0
Duration: 1 Hours 10 Minutes
Maximum Passengers: 15
Social Sauna Session

Social Sauna Session

Feeling social? These sessions are designed for those who like to chat throughout the round. These sessions are structur...Show More
Adult:
$ 30
$27
(16 - 120 years)
Child:
$ 15
$13.5
(5 - 15 years)
Not suitable for Infants.
Duration: 1 Hours
Maximum Passengers: 15
Private Sauna Session (1 to 7 people)

Private Sauna Session (1 to 7 people)

From a friend group get-together to a family holiday experience to a romantic date night - the private sessions give you...Show More
From NZD
$ 220.00
$198
Not suitable for Infants.
Duration: 1 Hours
One Private Sauna Session (1 to 7 people)
Minimum Passengers: 1
Maximum Passengers: 7
Private Sauna Session (8 to 11 people)

Private Sauna Session (8 to 11 people)

From a friend group get-together to a family holiday experience to a romantic date night - the private sessions give you...Show More
From NZD
$ 250.00
$225
Duration: 1 Hours
One Private Sauna Session (8 to 11 people)
Minimum Passengers: 8
Maximum Passengers: 11
Private Sauna Session (12-15 people)

Private Sauna Session (12-15 people)

From a friend group get-together to a family holiday experience to a romantic date night - the private sessions give you...Show More
From NZD
$ 270.00
$243
Duration: 1 Hours
Minimum Passengers: 12
Maximum Passengers: 15

Frequently Asked Questions

Are swimsuits or special clothing required?

Yes, a towel or bathing suit is required for all group sessions at The Sauna Wanaka.

How many people share the sauna during a session?

The sauna accommodates up to 15 people during a self-guided session. Private sessions are available for 1–15 people, with pricing varying based on group size.

Is the sauna experience suitable for beginners?

Yes, the sauna experience is suitable for beginners. For those new to sauna sessions, the Guided Session is recommended.

Is the Silent Sauna Session available year-round?

Yes, the Silent Sauna Session is available year-round. However, its important to note that during the winter months, it gets dark by 5 pm, so booking earlier sessions is recommended to enjoy the mountain views.

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