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 losing, dining or adventuring. Book in here and you will not regret it! Well done Doug and Liz!!! Your fans from Sea Change Eco Retreat.
SNOW ADVENTURES
GLENORCHY,
NEW ZEALAND
We are the Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp, conveniently nestled at the doorstep of the best winter playground in the country.
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WINTER ADVENTURES
Snow Kingdom
Heli · Snow Camp · Family Friendly
3 Nights
4 People max
From $2,650 per person (based on group of 4)
3 Nights
4 People max
From $2,650 per person (based on group of 4)
Looking for something different this winter? — How about an overnight snow camp in traditional heavy canvas tents…
…complete with wood-fired tent heaters, stretcher beds, hot food, expert high alpine guides and more? Let us make it easy — 3 nights — you’ll spend your first and last night with us at our Base Camp with one night in the snow.
We can supply anything you might need, whether it’s transport or equipment (crampons, ice axes etc.) from $2,650 per person based on a group of 4. Contact us to find out more.
Available Dates:
● 30th June to 2nd July
● 4th to 6th July
● 8th to 10th July
● 13th to 15th July
● 17th to 19th August
Itinerary
Day One
Arrive at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp in the afternoon. You’ll be checked in and shown around before meeting your guide who will brief your group and check your gear ahead of drinks and dinner with us at our Base Camp Food Over Fire licensed restaurant.
Day Two
Up nice and early, and after breakfast you’ll meet your guide and climb into one of our Defender 4X4s to be shuttled to a nearby heli lift zone. It’s a spectacular flight into the mountains of the UNESCO South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.
You will all get involved in setting up your high alpine camp. Once all set up, and after you’ve had some refreshments, you’ll begin your snow fun. You will be taught some new skills and put them to good use (snow cave making, snow shoeing, ice axe technique, how to fit and use crampons, introduction to high alpine safety and more).
Once back at your alpine snow camp base you will help with dinner preparations and enjoy spending time with your group far away from technology and truly connected. The star gazing up there is next level too.
Day Three
Today’s activities will have been planned by your guide in collaboration with your group. These activities will vary from group to group.
Break your snow camp down, pack it up for your heli lift back to The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp. We will all be waiting there for you there, fires will be on, sauna too, the bar will be open and your dinner will have been slow cooking all day.
You will enjoy your debrief with your guide (doesn’t take long) with enough time for you to freshen up for dinner
Day Four
Enjoy breakfast and a fresh brew on your last morning with us (this time).
Earn Your Turns
4×4 · Hike · Ski Tour
3 Nights
The way it should be — 4×4 overland to an extremely special and off the beaten (tourist) track starting point for your adventure…
…Your winter pack will be laden for a winter overnight in the snow (including your skis) — and off you head with your expert guide, upwards and upwards to outstanding virgin ski touring terrain — miles of it — pristine, spectacular, magical and well and truly within the UNESCO New Zealand World Heritage Area. Something special for sure. From $2,250 per person based on a group of 4.
Please contact us to find out more.
Heli · Ski
2 Nights minimum
Stay with us near the heli base right where the heli skiing options are abundant. No long transfers…
…Eat at our licensed restaurant. Enjoy our sauna, drying room, ski storage, cosy huts, transfers to and from the heli and more. Our heli ski operator partner is exceptional with top international guides, great helicopters and a range of package options.
Please contact us to find out more.
Corporate Team Building
Our Healthy Teams programmes have been developed with an understanding of group behavioural science mental health challenges in the workplace and the value of time spent reconnecting in the wilderness. Your team will go places it has never been in every sense…
…The programmes span a range of activities and locations, are available year round, and will be tailored to meet your unique outcome objectives.
Please contact us to find out more.
GOOGLE REVIEWS
Outstanding - we had our last meal in Glenorchy here and I wish we'd known about The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp before. Liz and Douglas are truly wonderful people. Exceptional food and company. I hope to be back one day to stay!
An amazing experience, the food and hospitality was unbelievable and Liz and her offsider extended a amazing welcome and excellent service plus. We stopped there for our son's birthday. A experience not to be missed!
There is nothing we would change about this place, and the
prodigious hosts. Highly recommend it, the place, the people, the scenic views, the comfort, the inspiration, the food, the gateway to mountaineering heaven.
From the moment you step into TGGABC you know you've discovered something special. From the beautifully considered and thoughtfully designed cabins and communal areas to the warmth and hospitality of owners Liz and Doug, who make you feel like you are part of the GY Alpine Base Camp family as soon as you arrive. Our group of 12 ladies were so well looked after, our stay began with a sauna to soothe any aches after our hiking adventure to Lake Rere and refreshing dip in the Greenstone River. We were then treated to the most delectable slow cooked meal served in cast iron pots as we dined and chatting happily by candlelight. Set in the heart of Glenorchy in the midst of the majestic Fiordland National Park you have views of mountain tops wherever your eyes take you and the star gazing at night is spectacular. The cabins are super cosy and comfy and are equip with all you need - I especially love that you get your own hot water bottle! This is one of those places that you are already trying to figure out how to get back to again, and who else you can share it with, within hours of arriving. You'll know what I mean when you try it for yourself. 10/10.
NEED A PLACE TO STAY? - HOW ABOUT A COSY MOUNTAINEERS HUT?
Inspired by the historic mountaineer’s huts that typify the New Zealand Southern Alps, our accommodation has been created by adventurers for adventurers…
Among a host of other inclusions, we have a sauna, our popular ‘Base Camp Food Over Fire’ licensed wood-fired restaurant, fire pits, festoon lighting, Wifi (although we encourage a different kind of connection) and have gone to some trouble with the little things that we think make all the difference.
OUR HUTS & CABINS
Cosy Hut
4 People
A queen bed and a bunk with 2 single beds with full access to our shared facilities. Perfect for couples and families.
Triple Bunk Hut
6 People
Perfect for groups, these fun bunk huts have the full use of all facilities, including the sauna, laundry and drying room.
Double Bunk Hut
6 People
Perfect for groups, these fun bunk huts have the full use of all facilities, including the sauna, laundry and drying room.
Single Bunk
1 Person
Our hostel-style option — reserve a single bed in one of our bunk cabins shared with other guests and full access to all the facilities.
En-Suite
2 People
A Queen bed with a self-contained private bathroom and shower. Perfect for couples.
OUR FACILITIES
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Laundry
- Parking
- Wood Fires
- Gun Safe
- Bar
- Showers
- Drying Room
- Souvenirs
- Storage
- Transfers
- Wood-fired BBQs
- Toilets
- Dishwasher
- Gear Hire
- Free WiFi
- Family Friendly
Our Facilities
Bar
Restaurant
Wood-fire BBQs
Fireplaces
Sauna
Toilets
Showers
Storage
Washing Machine
Drying Room
Equipment Hire
Souvenirs
Free WiFi
Parking
Dishwasher
Gun Safe
Transfers
Family Friendly
Stay with us in Glenorchy
Whether you’re looking for a place to stay at the beginning or end of an adventure, or you’re a traveller looking for a place to rest, Base Camp might just be the ticket…
…Hut-style accommodation with different bed configurations. Family friendly. Queenstown Airport transfers, adventure transfers, our Base Camp Food Over Fire licensed restaurant, sauna, drying room, laundry and more.
Contact us for more info.
