Lake Kaniere Lodge

12/03/2026

The sun is slowly setting and the cicadas are still singing after another beautiful hot day at Lake Kaniere Lodge. ❣️

15/02/2026

Nature at its best at Kokatahi.

14/02/2026

Enjoy the summer and join us at the vibrant Cool Little Market. Open on Friday 13th March from 12 noon and Saturday 14th March from 10am at 27, Sewell Street Hokitika.
We welcome stall holders to join our celebration of summer. Outside stalls are available for just $20 per stall, per day. Theres a few inside spots available for $30 per day. Contact us to secure your place .

08/02/2026

Summer at Lake Kaniere Lodge. -
Make sure the volume is turned on!!

07/01/2026

Its lovely to hear about families spending quality time together at Lake Kaniere Lodge .
Beauiful memories being made and young cousins playing together. What a great way to start 2026. Happy New Year.

24/12/2025

Before we say goodbye to 2025
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our guests who have stayed at Lake Kaniere Lodge this year. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to trades people who have been involved and assisted at the lodge. Special thanks to Darryl Reeves -:Duck. FFP. And Gary Cambus WDC.

A huge thank you to the East Coast working bee who demonstrated remarkable commitment to the lodge. We hope you can return soon !!.

Thank you to the team behind the scenes who efficiently manage inquiries and bookings. You are truly outstanding.
We would also like to acknowledge our youngest team member, 12 year old Cody Jones. Our w**d eater operator. Youre a star, thanks mate.

We wish you all a peaceful merry Christmas and best wishes for a healthy and happy new year.

07/12/2025

This group from the East coast had a ball at Lake Kaniere Lodge.
We look forward to seeing them again in 2026

10/11/2025

Huge Thanks to West Coast Community Trust!
We want to send a massive thank you to the West Coast Community Trust for their generous grant!

This funding allowed us to purchase brand new Waterproof Membrane Mattress Protectors for all the beds at Lake Kaniere Lodge.

This means better hygiene, enhanced comfort, and a more worry-free stay for all our guests, ensuring the lodge remains in top condition for our community and visitors.

Your support makes a real difference! Thank you for helping us maintain and improve our beloved lodge.

07/11/2025

Just a little update with whats been happening at Lake Kaniere Lodge.
The work and maintenance is on going but totally worth it. More and more groups are discovering this tranquil retreat and enjoying the chilled vibes it offers.
A massive shout out to the awesome group of guys who volunteered their time for a working bee last weekend. They traveled over from the east coast and teamed up to build an outdoor shelter for the BBQ area. They also checked the water supply, repaired the decking and spruced up some of the outside walls with a fresh coat of paint. Theres still stuff to tackle but a lot was achieved just in a few days. We are gearing up for another busy summer and doing as much as we can to make it look great.
Huge thanks to these guys for all their hard work. Its very much appreciated.

06/11/2025

30/10/2025

In 2005 we launched the healing festival at the Kokatahi Hall and we couldn't have imagined the journey it would take us on. To commemorate our 5th anniversary we had the pleasure of inviting Maureen Pugh to open the event. Fast forward 20 years and we are delighted to welcome Maureen back to open the festival once again on Sunday November 2nd.

We will kick off the day with the inspiring release of biodegradable balloons accompanied by live music.
Entry fee to the festival is just a gold coin. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Lake Kaniere Lodge. - A not for profit wilderness lodge.

Our festival will feature a fantastic and diverse array of stalls offering treatments and products such as;
Massage - Reflexology - Colour therapy - Flowpresso - Craniosacral - Reiki - Holistic Pulsing - Body balancing & clearing - Youngevity mineral supplements - Crystals - Tapping therapy - Tarot card readings - Handcrafted soaps - Spiritual readings - Locally handcrafted arts & crafts. Paintings - Handcrafted aromatherapy oils & balms .

You will have plenty of opinions to explore and indulge in !!

In addition to the treatments and shopping we invite you to enjoy nourishing food and refreshments in our pop up cafe, in the supper room. We recommend allowing ample time for your visit on Sunday, as we will also host two enriching workshops. At 11am join Liz for a 60 minute session. Followed by Adi's workshop at 1pm.

This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with friends & family and immerse in a vibrant & relaxing festival atmosphere and explore various healing options, tailored just for you. We look forward to seeing you there !!
SUNDAY 2ND NOVEMBER 10AM TO 5PM AT KOKATAHI HALL.
Follow this fb page to learn more about the stalls attending on Sunday.

* Please note this is a cash only event. Bank transfers will be limited. Thank you for understanding *