Aro Ha (New Zealand)

A carbon-zero, off-grid wellness retreat on the shores of Lake Wakatipu near Queenstown. Aro Ha runs on a simple philosophy: challenge the body, still the mind. The program includes sub-alpine hiking, functional fitness, yoga, mindfulness, and a plant-based diet sourced from the on-site permaculture garden. The architecture alone — sustainable rammed-earth buildings overlooking the Southern Alps — is healing. Groups are capped at 32 guests, creating an intimate, transformative environment. Five-day retreats start around $4,500.