Rongoā Wānanga

You don’t need another busy weekend. You might need this.

Three days to breathe.

Three days to reconnect.

Three days immersed in rākau, rongoā, whenua and nourishing kai.

Rongoā Wānanga | Kōanga

Kōanga is a time of cleansing and preparing for growth — and this wānanga is an invitation to do the same within yourself.

Nestled along the coast of North Taranaki at Te Rau o Rongo, you’ll be guided through a beautiful hands-on experience connecting you with the taiao and the traditional practice of rongoā.

Forage for medicinal & edible plants

Make your own herbal blend

Create a rongoā balm to take home

Soak your feet in organic herbs & oils

Receive a relaxing hand or shoulder mirimiri

Experience a hīkoi moemoea meditation

Cleanse in sacred waters

Enjoy nourishing organic kai prepared by Chef Teresa Julian

Come as you are.

Leave with new knowledge, beautiful creations, a nourished body and perhaps a little more space within yourself.

$295 per person | Limited places

Friday evening – Sunday afternoon

Te Rau o Rongo, North Taranaki

In collaboration with Te Rau o Rongo Charitable Trust this wānanga will be facilitated by Pounamu Skelton (Te Āti Awa, Taranaki), experienced kai māra grower, rongoā practitioner and indigenous coach.

Book today to secure your place.