Wilderness Experiences on the West Coast

Slow down, breathe deeper, and let us handle the details.

At Lake Brunner Eco Lodge, your experiences aren’t activities on a checklist. They’re moments shaped by hosting, wilderness, and ease. Every stay includes glowworms, stargazing, kayaks, forest trails, and intuitive care from people who know the land intimately. Whether you’re here to reconnect, cast for wild browns, or gather your favourite people, the experience is curated for how you want to feel.

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Slow Adventure, Fully Hosted

If you’re craving stillness, soft adventure, and time away from your calendar, this is your space. Our nature experiences are built for couples who want wilderness without the work.

  • Glowworms

    Glowworm Walk

    Guided. Magical. Effortless.

    Follow your host through native bush as glowworms light the path. No driving. No crowds. No logistics.

  • crystal clear night sky, milky way, stars

    Stargazing

    Some of NZ's darkest skies.

    Step outside and look up. The West Coast sky does the rest.

  • kayak in a tranquil setting on Lake Brunner

    Kayaks on the Lake

    Calm water. Zero hassle.

    Kayaks wait on the shoreline. Paddle out at sunrise or drift quietly through the reflections.

  • Carew Falls 30 metres high with views of Lake Brunner

    Forest Trails

    Native bush at your doorstep.

    Wander through rimu and kahikatea, hearing nothing but birds and your own breath.

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Wild Browns. Quiet Water. Local Insight.

Fly-fishing at Lake Brunner Eco Lodge is designed for anglers who want confidence, local knowledge, and a restorative lodge to return to.

  • Brown Trout caught on a remote river on the West Coast, New Zealand

    Water Access

    Still waters and remote streams.

    Lake Brunner, its tributaries, and quiet local rivers are right on your doorstep.

  • Guided Fly-fishing

    Local Guidance

    Fish with confidence.

    Get insight from people who know the bends, flows, and timing of the local waters.

  • Early Starts

    Hosting shaped around anglers.

    Early breakfasts, flexible hosting, and smooth transitions from lodge to water.

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Time Together. Fully Hosted

For families, milestone weekends, and small retreats, exclusive use of the lodge transforms gatherings into something meaningful and effortless.

  • Glowworms

    Group Glowworm Walk

    Shared Wonder.

    A guided night walk for the whole group.

  • Shared Dinners

    The heart of the weekend.

    Seasonal meals served at your table, prepared for connection and conversation.

  • Stargazing + Firelight

    Simple, unforgettable moments.

    End the night under a wide West Coast sky.

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Hosting Built In

  • Freshly prepared seasonal 3-course set menu dinner

  • Continental breakfast each morning

  • Glowworm walk and stargazing

  • Kayaks

  • Forest trails

  • Warm, intuitive hosting

Everything is included. You just show up.

FAQ

  • Yes, guided glowworm experiences are included in every stay.

  • Yes. These experiences are included and require no booking.

  • No. Most experiences are included and handled by your host.

Ready for Your Hosted Wilderness Experience?

Choose the stay that matches how you want to feel, and let us take care of the rest.

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