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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.
A Family-Friendly Day Trek and Riverside Picnic
4x4 ⋅ Hike
Easy ⋅ 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 Private Guided 4x4 Day Hike and Accommodation
4×4 ⋅ Hike
Easy ⋅ Moderate ⋅ 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 ⋅ Family-Friendly ⋅ Picnic
Easy ⋅ 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
Moderate ⋅ 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
Moderate ⋅ 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...
A Snowshoeing Adventure in Serene Snowscapes
Heli ⋅ Snow Shoe ⋅ Pack Camp
Easy ⋅ 1 Night
Other worldly. Silent. No-one else, just you, your breath, your thoughts and your own private group. Experience snowshoeing and camping on the...
Heli-Skiing and Accommodation Packages
Heliski ⋅ Accommodation
Tailored Difficulty ⋅ Custom Duration
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...
An Intrepid 4x4, Hiking and Glamping Adventure
4×4 ⋅ Hike ⋅ Glamp
Easy ⋅ 3 Nights
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...
A Guided Ski Tour Package for the Truly Adventurous
Hike ⋅ Ski Tour ⋅ Pack Camp
Challenging ⋅ 4 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
Challenging ⋅ 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 ⋅ Family-Friendly ⋅ Glamp
Easy ⋅ 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 ⋅ Family-Friendly ⋅ Glamp
Easy ⋅ 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
Challenging ⋅ 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...
An Extraordinary Multi-Day Glacier Hiking Adventure
Heli ⋅ Glacier ⋅ Pack Camp ⋅ Hike ⋅ 4×4
Moderate ⋅ 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
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.