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GUIDED HIKES & ADVENTURES IN THE UNESCO SOUTH WEST NZ WORLD HERITAGE AREA
Browse our adventure packages below — there’s something for everyone. We encourage you to ‘book a call’ so we can find the best experience for you.
Browse adventure packages departing on a date of your choosing. The availability of certain packages may be affected by the season.
A Family-Friendly Day Trek and Riverside Picnic
4x4 ⋅ Hike
1 Night
An off the beaten (tourist) track family experience — explore the magical mossy forest, picnic beside the river ahead of your return to Base...
A Guided 4x4 and Kea Basin Day Hike Adventure
4×4 ⋅ Hike
2 Nights
An enchanting off-track hike through a lesser-known Beech forest to explore an extraordinary alpine basin with endless waterfalls. Discover hidden...
A Magical Family Picnic Experience in the Forest
4x4 ⋅ Picnic
Day Trip
Our new family experience — 4x4 to a secret river bank (that no-one knows about), far far away in the wilderness for a picnic with hot chocolate,...
An Unbeatable Heli-Hiking Day Trip in the Mountains
Heli ⋅ Hike
Day Trip
Experience an unbeatable heli-hike in the high alpine zone, tailored to your objectives, fitness, and experience. Helicopter to the start point...
A Rewarding Multi-Day Alpine Hike
4×4 ⋅ Hike ⋅ Pack Camp
2 Nights
Explore a little known, remote river valley and a magical mossy forest before a fantastic scramble up into the alpine zone to find another world...
Heli-Skiing and Accommodation Packages
Heliski ⋅ Accommodation
1 Night
Experience the ultimate convenience by staying near a heli base, eliminating the need for long transfers. Indulge in delicious meals at our licensed...
An Intrepid 4x4, Hiking and Glamping Adventure
4×4 ⋅ Hike ⋅ Glamp
3 Nights
An enchanting off-track hike through a lesser-known Beech forest to explore an extraordinary alpine basin with endless waterfalls. Discover hidden...
A Guided Ski Tour Package for the Truly Adventurous
Hike ⋅ Ski Tour ⋅ Pack Camp
3 Nights
Experience the perfect blend of adventure and exploration as you embark on a 4×4 overland journey to an extraordinary off-the-beaten-track starting...
A Guided Mountaineering Expedition
Heli ⋅ Mountaineering
3 Nights
We’ll tailor a summit attempt to your experience and ability, with options available for all levels of climbers, from beginners to advanced....
A Family-Friendly Heli-Hike Glamping Adventure
Heli ⋅ Hike ⋅ Glamp
3 Nights
A high alpine camping experience with our heavyweight traditional canvas camping tents complete with wood burning heater, stretcher beds, hot...
A Family-Friendly Winter Glamping Adventure
Heli ⋅ Snow Shoe ⋅ Glamp
3 Nights
Glamping in a winter wonderland. This private winter camping experience is designed for families who love adventure. You’ll fly by helicopter...
Park Pass Glacier and Lake Nerine Circuit Guided Hike
Hike ⋅ Pack Camp
5 Nights
If you’re ready for an unforgettable high alpine off-track hiking adventure, then this mission in the UNESCO World Heritage Area will be tough...
A Family-Friendly Tailored Summit Attempt
Heli ⋅ Hike ⋅ Pack camp ⋅ Mountaineering ⋅ Skills
4 Nights
For a pair of parents and kids to commemorate that all important coming of age with an intrepid high alpine expedition complete with a summit...
An Extraordinary Multi-Day Glacier Hiking Adventure
Heli ⋅ Glacier ⋅ Pack Camp ⋅ Hike ⋅ 4×4
4 Nights
Embark on an extraordinary off-track adventure as you heli to a remote glacier, hike across it, and spend two days traversing diverse terrain...
Browse our upcoming scheduled packages departing on fixed dates.
Hike ⋅ Pack Camp ⋅ Skills
4 Nights
$2,450pp (based on 1 pax)
Our popular all inclusive backcountry experience package specifically for women to improve confidence in off-track mountain movement.
Hike ⋅ Pack Camp ⋅ Skills
4 Nights
$2,450pp (based on 1 pax)
This one time only expedition has been created especially for singles (30 something to 40 something). It’s available to men and women. Meet and...
Hike ⋅ Pack Camp ⋅ Skills
4 Nights
$2,450pp (based on 1 pax)
This one time only expedition has been created especially for singles (30 something to 40 something). It’s available to men and women. Meet and...
GOOGLE REVIEWS
We were only able to stay for one night but it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Doug was so welcoming and went out of his way to make us feel at home. My kids had the best night of our NZ holiday and we would love to come back for some proper adventures.
It’s a magical experience and we can’t wait to come back.
Great location and environment. Excellent food. Love the staff!
So close to great hiking.
I will definitely book outings with them for my next visit.
Just had a look and was impressed
Glenorchy is a lovely, quiet town in a beautiful valley between impressive mountains. Our stay here was truly special thanks to the warm hospitality of the family running the Base Camp as well as the amazing staff working around the clock. Thank you!
I stayed here for a magical 2.5 weeks with my son as a base for tramping adventures - they couldn't get rid of us! Doug, Liz, and Ned were wonderful hosts and looked after us superbly. The cabins are beautiful, the food amazing, and the showers were bliss after a long sweaty day. It really was a perfect base camp for us and it felt like coming home each time we returned from a trip. It's also located close to everything you need, including the all-important real fruit ice-cream caravan. Our guided trip was an awesome highlight for both of us - it was brilliant to see my son's confidence grow as he scrambled around the mountains. I can't wait to come back 🙂