Karma Choeling Buddhist Monastery is a study, meditation and retreat centre.

Karma Choeling is in the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It occupies 20 ha (50 acres) of regenerating bush land near Dairy Flat, between Albany and Orewa in North Auckland and features a traditional Tibetan style temple, eight stupas, and a 7m Buddha Statue, as well as residential and retreat facilities.

Established in 1980 by HH 16th Gyalwang Karmapa; Rung Jung Rigpe Dorje, it is the New Zealand seat of HH 17th Gyalwang Karmapa; Orgyen Trinley Dorje, and is administered by the New Zealand Karma Kagyu Trust.

Karma Choeling and the New Zealand Karma Kagyu Trust exist to make available to New Zealanders, the teachings and blessings of the Karma Kagyu Lineage. It is predominantly a retreat and contemplation centre, set in beautiful bush. Many people visit for the peaceful environment, to sit in the temple and to circumambulate and statue and stupas.

All visitors are welcome. During the day, for Monastery OPENING TIMES txt Kate 02041328797