A sauna day trip from Queenstown & Wānaka
Swap the queues for space and quiet. Pure Senses sits on the shores of Lake Dunstan at Mount Pisa, Cromwell, an easy drive from Queenstown, Wānaka and Alexandra, with private traditional and infrared saunas, a cold plunge and an outdoor cold shower, from $45 per person.
Approximate driving times to 37 Perriam Place, Mount Pisa, Cromwell.
Why make the trip
Private, not crowded
Book a sauna just for you and up to three others, or take over the whole venue with the Sauna Circuit for groups of up to eight.
Hot and cold contrast
Traditional Finnish and infrared saunas, a cold plunge and an outdoor cold shower, all included with every 60-minute session.
Lakeside setting
Built from dark timber and stone at Pisa Moorings, with mountain views and Lake Dunstan on the doorstep.
A relaxed day plan
- Morning
The scenic drive
From Queenstown, follow State Highway 6 through the Kawarau Gorge. From Wānaka, head south along the edge of Lake Dunstan.
- Late morning
Sauna and cold plunge
Settle into your private sauna, then alternate rounds of heat with the cold plunge and outdoor cold shower. First time? Read our sauna guide, or book the Guided Ice Bath with a coach beside you.
- Lunch
Lakeside dining next door
The Moorings Restaurant at Lake Resort by Marsden is a short walk along Perriam Place.
- Afternoon
Explore Cromwell
Wander the Cromwell Heritage Precinct by the lake, ride a section of the Lake Dunstan Trail, or visit the cellar doors of Bannockburn.
- Stay longer
Make a weekend of it
Stay a short walk away at Lake Resort by Marsden and book an evening or morning session. See where to stay.
Choose your session
Shared sauna
$45 per person, 60 minutes, small groups of up to 3 in your chosen sauna.
Private sauna
$90 for 1 to 2 guests (up to 4), 60 minutes, your chosen sauna to yourselves.
Sauna Circuit
$180 for 4 guests (up to 8), 60 minutes, both saunas and the whole venue.
Questions
How far is Pure Senses from Queenstown?
About 45 minutes’ drive. Pure Senses is at 37 Perriam Place, Mount Pisa, Cromwell, reached from Queenstown via State Highway 6 through the Kawarau Gorge.
How far is Pure Senses from Wānaka?
About 45 minutes’ drive south along Lake Dunstan to Mount Pisa, Cromwell.
Do I need to book ahead?
Yes. All sessions are booked online in advance, at least 3 hours before your session, so you can plan your day around a confirmed time.
Can a group come for a birthday or team day?
Yes. The Sauna Circuit gives up to 8 guests private use of both saunas, the cold plunge and relaxation area, and The Nook studio can be hired for yoga, workshops or meetings.
Plan your day at Pure Senses
Private sessions from $90, shared from $45 per person.
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