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GLENORCHY ACCOMMODATION FOR THE WILD AT HEART

GLENORCHY ACCOMMODATION FOR THE WILD AT HEART

Inspired by the historic mountaineer’s huts that typify the New Zealand Southern Alps, our accommodation has been created by adventurers for adventurers.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A TRUE SOUTHERN ALPS EXPERIENCE

We are local mountaineers who felt our backyard was too good not to share and have carefully designed Base Camp to our specifications to ensure an authentic experience. 

LUXURY SHARED FACILITIES

All guests who stay with us will have full access to our shared facilities which includes private toilets, showers and a sauna.

DINING AT
BASE CAMP

Guests are not permitted to cook at Base Camp but you’re welcome to dine with us at our wood-fired restaurant. You can add a dinner and breakfast reservation to your stay for the the days you’d like to eat with us. 

PREMIUM LINEN AND BEDDING

While we have gone without certain luxuries in the name of simple pleasures, we couldn’t resist high thread count sheets, down pillows, and comfy mattresses to ensure the best sleep possible.

WOOD-FIRED HEATING

Similar to the mountaineer’s huts you might find in the field, our cabins each have their own wood-stack and are kept warm with small, clean wood burners. In the colder months you may need to add logs occasionally to ensure a cosy room.

YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE BASE

We offer world class private guided experiences worthy of your bucket list in the always amazing UNESCO South West NZ World heritage area, for all experience and fitness levels. To find out more, visit our ‘play’ page.

OUR HUTS

FAMILY CABIN

A queen bed and a bunk with 2 single beds with full
access to our shared facilities. Perfect for families.
2 adults and 2 children maximum.

EN-SUITE CABIN

A Queen bed with a self-contained private bathroom
and shower. Perfect for couples. 2 adults maximum.

TRIPLE BUNK CABIN

Our Triple Bunk Cabin features plenty of floor area and 2 triple-stacker bunks with a total of 6 single beds. Perfect for groups. 6 people maximum.

DOUBLE BUNK CABIN

Our compact Double Bunk Cabin features 3 double-stacker bunks with a total of 6 single beds. Perfect for groups. 6 people maximum.

BUNK BED

Our hostel-style option — reserve a single bed in
one of our bunk cabins shared with other guests. 

OUR FACILITIES

Our Facilities

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.

FAQs

Do the huts have bathrooms?

Yes and no, we have a two self contained huts, but all guests are welcome to use our shared bathroom space, which is every bit as comfortable. Complete with a sauna, heated floors, and each shower has its own private room with some that can comfortably fit a family if you need to shower little ones.

Yes, we have a large drying room with configurable racks and a world class ventilation system for drying everything from tents to socks.

Yes we do, ‘book a call’ to discuss.

Guests cannot cook for themselves, however we can prepare hampers for hikes and picnics, and of course you can make a reservation for breakfast & dinner at our restaurant (if it is not already included in your package).

Unfortunately no, we have a strict no BYO policy, but our bar opens at 6:00pm and we have something for everyone.

No, we are not a licensed campground and have no facilities for RVs.

If you’re dining with us you can use the toilets, however the showers, sauna, laundry room and drying room are only available to guests who are staying with us.

Yes, the beds in our huts have a luxury down duvets and pillows, organic cotton sheets, and a lambs wool mattress protector.

No, we provide all towels

No sorry

Yes, if you are staying with us we are more than happy to store any luggage for $5 an item per night.

No, but on occasion we have made exceptions. ‘Book a call’ to discuss.

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CANCELLATIONS & PAYMENT

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Completing this form will help start a conversation, it does not require payment or bind us to any particular dates. It’s just our starting point.

ENQUIRY FORM

Completing this form will help start a conversation, it does not require payment or bind us to any particular dates. It’s just our starting point.

ENQUIRY FORM

Completing this form will help start a conversation, it does not require payment or bind us to any particular dates. It’s just our starting point.

ENQUIRY FORM

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