Meet me in
New Zealand.
Big adventures. Slow moments.
A week of stories we’ll tell forever.
Your next adventure
starts here.
Come spend six days with me in one of my favorite places in the world. We’ll fly over mountains, float down rivers, share incredible meals, and come home to the kind of cozy girls’ nights that turn strangers into friends.
I’ve put together a week full of the places and experiences I love, with plenty of room to slow down and take it all in. Come with a friend, or come ready to make some.
Can’t wait to adventure with you,
Maddie
For your remember-forever list.
Milford Sound
A private scenic flight, a window seat for every guest, and a cruise through a landscape of towering cliffs and waterfalls.
Alpine adventures
A female-guided hike and packrafting trip, horseback riding in Glenorchy, and the rush of Shotover Jet.
Room to reconnect
Bathhouse soaking, private yoga or Pilates, farm-to-table dinners, and cozy evenings with a new circle of friends.
Six days. So many good stories.
A little peek at our week together.
A warm welcome
Arrive in Queenstown, settle into our alpine home, and meet your roommates. A private-chef dinner, welcome bags, cozy snacks, and a relaxed evening together kick off the week.
Into the wild
Explore the Rees Valley on a female-guided hike of approximately 5–6 mostly flat miles, enjoy a packed lunch, then packraft down the river. Unwind at the bathhouse before pizza and games at home.
Milford Sound, from above
Take a private scenic flight to Milford Sound, with a window seat for everyone. Cruise past waterfalls and towering cliffs, enjoy an included lunch, and fly back for free time in Queenstown. Dinner is on your own.
Horses & hidden coves
Visit Bob’s Cove, explore Glenorchy, and ride through the Rees Valley on a 2.5-hour horseback adventure. Finish with an included three-course farm-to-table dinner at The Headwaters Eco Lodge. Lunch is at your own expense.
One more adventure
Start with a private yoga or Pilates session, then experience Shotover Jet. Spend a slow afternoon exploring Arrowtown, with lunch on your own, before our included farewell dinner at Ayrburn.
Until next time
Check out by 10 a.m., gather for a final café breakfast at your own expense, and say your goodbyes. Airport transfers are included, or continue your New Zealand adventure.
Planned itinerary. Activity timing and order may change with weather and local conditions.
Our alpine
home base.
We’ll stay together in a Queenstown home with lake and mountain views, two lounge areas, and a hot tub overlooking the mountains. Think shared breakfasts, long conversations, and somewhere lovely to land after a day outside.
A bed of your own.
Every guest has her own bed in a shared room. Four bedrooms each accommodate two women, while the loft suite accommodates four women and includes an ensuite bathroom and living area.
Bathroom access varies by room, with shared bathrooms for some guests. Room assignments will take application preferences and travel companions into account.
12 guests, with 14 people total including Maddie and the hosting team.
US$4,599 per person.
Five nights / six days · Shared room · Your own bed
Included in your week
- Five nights of accommodation
- Private scenic flights and a group Milford Sound cruise
- Glenorchy horseback riding
- Female-guided hike and packrafting adventure
- Shotover Jet and the bathhouse experience
- Private yoga or Pilates session
- Private-chef welcome dinner
- Three-course dinner at The Headwaters Eco Lodge
- Farewell dinner at Ayrburn and a casual dinner at home
- Breakfast provisions, coffee, tea, and snacks at the house
- Two excursion lunches
- Private driver for airport transfers and planned activities
- Welcome bag
Budget separately for
- Flights to and from New Zealand
- Alcohol and tour gratuities
- Two lunches and one dinner
- The final morning’s café breakfast
- Optional activities during free time and personal purchases
Breakfast at the house is prepared together. Departure-day café breakfast is at your own expense.
Reserve your place ↗A few things you might be wondering.
Can I come on my own?
Yes! Come solo or with a friend. Shared meals, adventures, and evenings together are part of the experience.
Will I have to share a bed?
No. Each guest has her own bed in a shared room. Let us know in your application if you’re traveling with a friend.
How active is the trip?
The planned guided hike is approximately 5–6 mostly flat miles, followed by packrafting. The itinerary also includes a 2.5-hour horseback ride and jet boating. Share questions about activity requirements before booking so the team can help you assess the fit.
Where do I fly into?
Plan to arrive in Queenstown, New Zealand. Airport transfers are included; exact arrival and departure guidance will be provided before booking flights.
Who is booking open to?
Booking for February 21–26 is for guests who have already applied and received an invitation. Applications for our second retreat, February 26–March 3, are below.
Your invitation.
Your next adventure.
Already applied and received your invitation? This is where you’ll complete your booking for our first New Zealand retreat.
Pay in full
US$4,599 per person
Five nights in Queenstown, your own bed in a shared room, and the adventures listed above.
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