Discover two extraordinary ways to experience the remote beauty of Fiordland with the Hollyford Wilderness Experience and the Waitai Lodge Fiordland Escape.
Set deep within Fiordland National Park, the spectacular Hollyford Valley is a place of ancient beech forest, powerful rivers and rich New Zealand history. This remote wilderness has remained largely untouched for thousands of years, offering an unforgettable journey through one of Aotearoa’s most inspiring landscapes.
The Hollyford Wilderness Experience is a fully guided, all-inclusive 4 day / 3 night adventure that traverses the valley by foot, jet boat and helicopter. Enjoy first-rate cuisine and warm hospitality while staying in private lodges, travelling from the Southern Alps through native rainforest and pristine rivers to the dramatic sand dunes, reefs and surf of the rugged West Coast.
For those seeking a shorter escape into this remarkable landscape, the Waitai Lodge Fiordland Escape offers a relaxed stay at the mouth of the valley. Accessible by helicopter, this experience combines spectacular scenery with the comfort of Waitai Lodge, including refined dining and the opportunity to explore the wild West Coast environment at a gentler pace.
Whether you choose the full wilderness journey or a refined lodge escape, both experiences offer rare access to a remote corner of Fiordland where nature, history and manaakitanga come together in an unforgettable way.
Hollyford Wilderness Experience is based in the picturesque lakeside town of Te Anau.
23 Town Centre
Shop 10 (upstairs)
Te Anau
New Zealand
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