Optional Experiences
From exploring remote landscapes and visiting outlying islands, to enjoying unique local encounters and specialised activities, these add-on experiences allow you to tailor your time to suit your interests and curiosity. Whether you’re seeking adventure, culture, nature or simply something a little different, each option has been thoughtfully selected to deepen your connection to this remarkable destination.
Make your time on Rēkohu even more special — with experiences that go beyond the ordinary in a place that is beautifully rugged and authentically raw.
Pitt Island - Flowerpot Lodge
Extend your Chatham Islands journey with an unforgettable stay on Pitt Island — one of New Zealand’s most remote and extraordinary destinations.
Choose from a one-day Pitt Island experience, or extend your adventure with a 2 or 3-night stay. Reached by boat or scenic Cessna flight, the journey itself is part of the experience — arriving into a landscape that feels untouched, raw and deeply connected to nature.
Staying on Pitt Island places you among the first in the world to greet the sunrise each day — a truly special moment in a destination few ever experience. Here, dramatic coastlines, abundant wildlife and a profound sense of isolation create an atmosphere that is both peaceful and inspiring.
Your stay includes comfortable accommodation, all meals and a range of guided activities designed to showcase the very best of the island. From exploring rugged terrain and learning about local life, to discovering unique birdlife and coastal environments, each day is immersive and enriching.
Your hosts are at the heart of the experience — sharing their knowledge, stories and warm hospitality to make your time on Pitt Island personal, authentic and truly memorable.
Stay. Discover. Experience.
Add a Pitt Island stay to your itinerary and experience a deeper, more remote side of the Chatham Islands — beautifully rugged and authentically raw.
Exploring The Outer Islands & Fishing Adventures
Experience the raw beauty of the Chatham Islands like never before as we venture out to the spectacular outer islands — a place where nature truly takes centre stage.
From dramatic rock formations rising out of the ocean to remote bird nesting sites and untouched coastlines, this journey showcases just how wild and extraordinary Rēkohu really is. Spend time exploring the rich surrounding waters — whether it’s exploring the waters around the 44’s or a full-day adventure fishing and exploring around Pitt, Mangere and Southeast Islands.
One of the highlights? Cruising through the iconic “Hole in the Rock” — an unforgettable moment as the boat glides through this natural formation, surrounded by towering cliffs and the deep blue of the Pacific.
Along the way, you’ll witness incredible birdlife, rugged landscapes and the sheer scale of these remote islands — and with a bit of luck, you may even spot a minke whale crossing the waters between Pitt and Chatham Islands.
This is Chatham Islands at its most authentic. Raw. Remote. Unforgettable.
Scenic Sightseeing Flights
Take to the skies and experience the Chatham Islands from a truly breathtaking perspective with a choice of two unforgettable scenic flights.
We can arrange a 30-minute scenic flight which offers a stunning aerial overview of Rēkohu, showcasing its dramatic coastline, rugged cliffs, windswept beaches and vast lagoons — a perfect introduction to the island’s unique landscape.
For those wanting to go further, the 1-hour scenic flight extends your journey to include the remote and rarely seen Pitt Island. From above, you’ll witness its untouched beauty, rolling farmland and striking coastal formations — a perspective few ever experience.
Both options provide exceptional photographic opportunities and a deeper appreciation of the scale, isolation and raw beauty that make the Chatham Islands so special.
See more. Go further. Experience it from above.
Unwind, Relax & Indulge - Private Bush Bath
Unwind, relax and indulge in one of the Chatham Islands’ most unique experiences — a private outdoor bush bath under the stars.
Tucked away in a peaceful, natural setting, this experience offers the perfect way to slow down and soak in the beauty of Rēkohu. Designed for two, enjoy a tranquil evening immersed in warm water, surrounded by nature and the quiet stillness of the islands.
As the day fades and the night sky reveals itself, settle into your private bath and take in the magic of the stars above — a simple yet unforgettable moment of connection, relaxation and escape.
We can arrange this indulgent experience as part of your itinerary, creating a special occasion that adds a touch of luxury to your time on the islands.
Relax. Soak. Unwind.
An experience that is as peaceful as the destination itself — beautifully rugged and authentically raw.
