Sonder Sauna
Auckland, New Zealand
About
A Baltic-pine sauna with a log stove, on the Murrays Bay waterfront beside the sailing club on Auckland's North Shore. Group sessions of around an hour take up to twelve people through three rounds of heat, with an ice bath, and a sea plunge when conditions allow. Private hire takes the whole sauna, by session or full day.
Good to know
- Wood-fired heat: softer, heavier löyly than electric, and the smell of the stove is part of the room.
- Right on the sea: expect saltwater dips between rounds, cold even in summer.
- Cold plunge available on site: use it between rounds for the classic contrast cycle.
- Set up outdoors: weather is part of the experience, so dress for the walk between cabin and water.
- Set in nature, away from the city, so bring a car or plan the transfer in advance.
Hours
- Hours not listed
Sessions are booked through the online calendar; no standing weekly timetable is published
Common questions
Do I need to book Sonder Sauna?
Yes. Sessions are booked in advance, usually as a timed slot. The whole sauna can also be hired privately.
How much does Sonder Sauna cost?
Sessions are typically $25–50 a person. Hiring the whole sauna costs $250–500.
Does Sonder Sauna have a cold plunge?
Yes. There is a cold plunge on site for contrast rounds.
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