GUIDED HIKES & ADVENTURES IN THE UNESCO SOUTH WEST NZ WORLD HERITAGE AREA

Browse a sample of our adventure packages below. We have something for all ages, skills and experience levels, day trips and multi-night adventures every day of the year. We encourage you to ‘book a call’, and we will happily suggest some options, especially for you.

Browse adventure packages departing on a date of your choosing. The availability of certain packages may be affected by the season.

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Camping
Camping Not Camping
An off the beaten (tourist) track family experience — explore the magical mossy forest, picnic beside the river ahead of your return to Base...
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Falling_Water
Falling Water
An enchanting off-track hike through a lesser-known Beech forest to explore an extraordinary alpine basin with endless waterfalls. Discover hidden...
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Wind In The Willows
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,...
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Heli Hike Day Trip out of Glenorchy
Gone With The Wind
Experience an unbeatable heli-hike in the high alpine zone, tailored to your objectives, fitness, and experience. Helicopter to the start point...
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Scramble
Scramble More Than Amble
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...
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Precious Silence
Other worldly. Silent. No-one else, just you, your breath, your thoughts and your own private group. Experience snowshoeing and camping on the...
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Fresh Tracks
It's all about the apres — Base yourself amongst the best heliski terrain in the region, super close to the heli-base. Warm your ski boots by...
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Fendy
Truck Camp
The camping trip that plans itself — we’ll drive you to your private wild nature glamp site for a night beside the Defender with a guide who...
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Earn Your Turns
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...
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Hard Ice
A private guided glacial traverse for smaller groups. Expert glacial guides. Skills instruction. All technical equipment included. World class...
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Getting High
We’ll tailor a summit attempt to your experience and ability, with options available for all levels of climbers, from beginners to advanced....
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Your Moonlight Kingdom
A high alpine camping experience with our heavyweight traditional canvas camping tents complete with wood burning heater, stretcher beds, hot...
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Snow_Camp
Snow Camp
Glamping — but for adventurers. Gather your mates and get ready for a winter’s night to remember high in the mountains of The UNESCO World Heritage...
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Snow_Kingdom
Snow Kingdom
Glamping in a winter wonderland. This private winter camping experience is designed for families who love adventure. You’ll fly by helicopter...
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Thick Ice Adventure
Blazing Saddles
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...
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A River Runs Through It
Embark on an extraordinary off-track adventure as you heli to a remote glacier, hike across it, and spend two days traversing diverse terrain...
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This One's For You
We can create and curate a completely unique experience especially for you. Larger groups, small groups or mixed groups. Book a call and let’s...
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Browse our upcoming scheduled packages departing on fixed dates.

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Girls Just Want To Have Fun
Our popular all inclusive backcountry experience package specifically for women to improve confidence in off-track mountain movement.
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Great_Expectations
Great Expectations
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...
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Stronger Together
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...
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Healthy Teams
Carefully designed transformational expedition style corporate team building programs based in the spectacular UNESCO South West New Zealand...
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GOOGLE REVIEWS

Great place, very good food! We spent an evening there meeting very interesting people for food and conversations. The rooms looked lovely by we did not stay there. The whole concept is based on open communication and people meeting there. Staff super nice and the owners too!
We had a multi generational family holiday at base camp, accommodated in three separate 'huts'. Base camp was a launching pad for daily doses of adventure. Each evening was a home cooked, candle lit, cast iron skillet and pot filled dinner around a long candlelit table with fresh faces or family. The accommodation was a carefully melded mix of Swedish spa, alpine hut, nordic lodge: all woodsmoke and stone, Cedar lined and feather down. We loved it. Glenorchy is a magic place and Liz and Doug were the best hosts, helping to create a magic holiday for the whole family.
Had the most spectacular stay before heading off to do the Routeburn - perfect spot to get you excited for hiking but with the luxuries of a comfy bed and fantastic food. Alana & Katie provided impeccable & personable service - making each guest feel special and welcomed. The whole team was great. Would happily stay here again and would recommend ☺️
We own an eco resort in the Pacific Islands, and are so impressed with this place. They get it, and offer superb and authentic experiences whether you are hiking, dining or adventuring. Book in here and you will not regret it! Well done Doug and Liz!!! Your fans from Sea Change Eco Retreat.

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