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 illuminating a dark forest at night near Lake Brunner on New Zealand’s West Coast. Credit Megan Ellis

    Glowworm Walk

    Guided. Magical. Effortless.

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

  • Lake Brunner Eco Lodge under a star-filled night sky, with the Milky Way visible above the lodge on New Zealand’s West Coast.

    Stargazing

    Some of NZ's darkest skies.

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

  • View from a kayak on Lake Brunner, with calm water and mountains reflected under a blue sky on New Zealand’s West Coast.

    Kayaks on the Lake

    Calm water. Zero hassle.

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

  • Native tree ferns in West Coast forest near Lake Brunner, showcasing New Zealand’s lush native bush.

    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.

  • Angler holding a wild brown trout during a guided fly-fishing trip on a West Coast river near Lake Brunner, New Zealand.

    Water Access

    Still waters and remote streams.

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

  • Fly fisher casting in clear West Coast river near Lake Brunner, New Zealand, surrounded by native bush.

    Local Guidance

    Fish with confidence.

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

  • Wild brown trout resting in a landing net during a guided fly-fishing trip on a West Coast river near Lake Brunner, New Zealand.

    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 illuminating a dark forest at night near Lake Brunner on New Zealand’s West Coast.

    Group Glowworm Walk

    Shared Wonder.

    A guided night walk for the whole group.

  • Shared dining table set for a hosted meal at Lake Brunner Eco Lodge, with large windows overlooking Lake Brunner on New Zealand’s West Coast.

    Shared Dinners

    The heart of the weekend.

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

  • Lake Brunner Eco Lodge under a star-filled night sky, with the Milky Way visible above the lodge on New Zealand’s West Coast.

    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.

Guests enjoying drinks in a lake-view sitting area at Lake Brunner Eco Lodge, overlooking Lake Brunner on New Zealand’s West Coast.

FAQ

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

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

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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