Wilderness Lodges

Wilderness & Hunting Lodge New Zealand Accommodation 

A stay at a luxury wilderness or hunting lodge is an unforgettable New Zealand experience. Typically accessible only by helicopter or boat, these backcountry retreats offer an exclusive opportunity to immerse yourself in New Zealand’s exquisite natural beauty. These backcountry retreats frequently offer hunting, heli-skiing, boating, hunting, and fishing opportunities.

The top New Zealand wilderness lodges include:

• Minaret Station Alpine Lodge Wanaka
• Poronui Lodge Taupo
• Homewood Bay Lodge Marlborough Sounds
• Stonefly Lodge Motueka
• The Lindis Mackenzie Country
• The Resurgence Luxury Eco Lodge Abel Tasman

Stay at wilderness lodges in our Wilderness Itineraries, Hunting & Fishing Itineraries, and Adventure Itineraries.

Read on to learn more about these top New Zealand luxury wilderness resorts.

Minaret Station Alpine Lodge

Wanaka

Offers guided hiking, fly-fishing, heli-skiing, and hunting amidst the spectacular Southern Alps.

Minaret Station Alpine Lodge is a very unique Luxury Lodge in New Zealand. Minaret Station is New Zealand’s premier alpine experience near Queenstown and Wanaka, accessible only by helicopter. Set in a remote glacial valley surrounded by towering peaks, Minaret Station provides guests with a taste of New Zealand’s great outdoors, offering warmth and authenticity.

Poronui Lodge, New Zealand’s Premier Fly Fishing & Sporting Lodge

Taupo

Offering fly fishing, hunting, mountain biking, horse trekking, walking plus spa and relaxation.

Poronui Lodge is the ultimate luxury sporting retreat, a place where you can have fun and relax in the New Zealand countryside. Located in the beautiful Taharua Valley on New Zealand’s spectacular North Island, the estate boasts some of the world’s best wilderness experiences. Be engulfed by a warm welcome, unforgettable experiences, passionate people, luxury accommodation and gourmet New Zealand cuisine.

Homewood Bay Lodge

Marlborough Sounds

Offers relaxation and land-based and water-based activities, from shellfish gathering to hiking.

Homewood Bay Lodge offers luxury accommodation in a unique setting featuring solitude and anonymity in the Marlborough Sounds amidst a private nature reserve, accessible only by boat, floatplane, or helicopter. Enjoy breathtaking views and exclusive use of the 1100 acre reserve with its 4 miles of waterfront. Solitude and relaxation are at your disposal. Discretion is assured.

Stonefly Lodge, Fly Fishing Lodge South Island

Motueka

Stonefly Lodge specialises in fly fishing experiences, offering amazing guided fishing packages and trips.

Situated on 150 acres of private forest just 50 minutes from Nelson, Stonefly Lodge offers luxury accommodation and fine cuisine. Stonefly Lodge, with its stunning remote location is central to three spectacular national parks and offers easy access to world renowned rivers, for some of New Zealand’s best fly fishing experiences.

The Lindis

Ahuriri Valley, Mackenzie Country

Luxury lodge created for you to relax and unwind, fly fish, stargaze, hike, bike or horse trek.

The Lindis, New Zealand’s newest Luxury Lodge. Slow down and enjoy the stillness of nature in modern, sophisticated luxury, all while enjoying The Lindis hospitality at its best. Look out your window and take advantage of one of the top fly fishing locations in the world. Stargaze, hike, mountain bike or horse ride, the choice is yours at The Lindis.