Welcome to Purple Peak Retreat

We are a small and friendly Surfing lodge and Relaxpackers. Set on 33 hectares of pasture and native forest located above Akaroa on the Banks Peninsula, East Of Christchurch.

Overlooks Akaroa village the harbour and out over the Pacific Ocean

550 metres (approx 1650ft) up on the slope of an extinct volcano.

Possibly New Zealand highest boutique hostel with the views to match.

Surrounded by the peninsulas large native reserve "Hinewai" Over 30 kilometres of stunning walkways at the doorstep Cows Sheep and horses at different times. Bush cafe operating from mid november to end of april.. Hickory Bay for excellent surfing. Discounts on most activities in the area We have Surf equipment available for hire, discounted for guests We run Kayaking trips on Akaroa Harbour, discounted for guests Beautiful Private campsites available Free shuttle to and from Akaroa Birdsong by day, frog opera by night.. This is big sky country


We believe this is a magical and Unique part of the country and we welcome visitors from around the world. Our wish is to make your stay enjoyable and have you leave more relaxed than when you arrived. Hope to see you soon.

Cheers
Darin
Your host