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Few places on Earth can match the stunning natural setting of Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki. Surrounded by lakes, rivers, rainforest and seacoast in the heart of Te Wahipounamu, the southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area, the Wilderness Lodge is a paradise for nature lovers and active travellers looking to get away from it all. Hike through ancient rainforest and along wild coastline. Kayak pristine lakes and rivers. Or, hire a rod and fish for large, brown trout. At the end of the day, relax and unwind in your choice of luxury guest room with river or rainforest views.
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Please contact us for exact pricing and ...
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Please contact us for exact pricing and more information.
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Situated on New Zealand’s Wild West Coast, Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki is a natural paradise of ancient rainforests, pristine lakes and rugged beaches including the famous Monro Beach, home to the rare Tawaki, or Fiordland Crested Penguin.
Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki makes a natural stopping point along the South Island’s West Coast, between the Glaciers and Wanaka and Queenstown. The Lodge is 1 hour south of Fox Glacier and 1.5 hours south of Franz Josef Glacier on Highway 6. It is 2.5 hours north of Wanaka and 3.5 hours north of Queenstown. The closest ...
Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki makes a natural stopping point along the South Island’s West Coast, between the Glaciers and Wanaka and Queenstown. The Lodge is 1 hour south of Fox Glacier and 1.5 hours south of Franz Josef Glacier on Highway 6. It is 2.5 hours north of Wanaka and 3.5 hours north of Queenstown. The closest airport is Queenstown Airport, which services daily flights from New Zealand’s main centres and from four east coast Australia ports.
Two styles of room are available to suit every budget. Set beside the gentle Moeraki River rapids, the luxury Riverview Rooms provide the highest level of comfort with elegant furnishings and stylish design. Highlights include a super king bed or two king singles, a spacious and luxurious spa bath and separate shower and a private sun deck. The Rainforest Rooms, meanwhile, look out over the lush West Coast Rainforest and feature quality finishing and special touches throughout. Features include king or queen bed and single bed, private bathroom, tea and coffee, fresh fruit and flowers. These rooms are suitable for ...
Two styles of room are available to suit every budget. Set beside the gentle Moeraki River rapids, the luxury Riverview Rooms provide the highest level of comfort with elegant furnishings and stylish design. Highlights include a super king bed or two king singles, a spacious and luxurious spa bath and separate shower and a private sun deck. The Rainforest Rooms, meanwhile, look out over the lush West Coast Rainforest and feature quality finishing and special touches throughout. Features include king or queen bed and single bed, private bathroom, tea and coffee, fresh fruit and flowers. These rooms are suitable for two adults sharing with one child, 12 years or under. Rooms with interconnecting doors are available for families.
At the Riverside Restaurant, relax, enjoy a drink and savour great West Coast Wilderness food and service overlooking the Moeraki River. The Restaurant specialises in seafood from the coast, local meats and delicious fruit and vegetables. The evening menu changes daily but mains have been known to include Baked Fillet of New Zealand Blue Cod and Pan Seared West Coast Venison. Complement your meal with a bottle of wine from the wine cellar. Central Otago Pinot Noirs feature alongside crisp Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs and finely balance Hawke’s Bay Syrahs.
Imagine yourself sitting quietly on a remote coast as penguins emerge from pounding surf, hop across the sand and make their way into the rainforest. Imagine if these penguins were the rare Tawaki, or Fiordland Crested Penguins, that are found nowhere else on Earth. The total population of Tawaki is an estimated 3,000 pairs, and 10% of them are found around Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki. While much of their life is spent in the open ocean, they return each year to breed in coastal rainforest between July and early December. Watching these adorable creatures in their natural habitat is ...
Imagine yourself sitting quietly on a remote coast as penguins emerge from pounding surf, hop across the sand and make their way into the rainforest. Imagine if these penguins were the rare Tawaki, or Fiordland Crested Penguins, that are found nowhere else on Earth. The total population of Tawaki is an estimated 3,000 pairs, and 10% of them are found around Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki. While much of their life is spent in the open ocean, they return each year to breed in coastal rainforest between July and early December. Watching these adorable creatures in their natural habitat is an unmissable wildlife experience.
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