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Taste of Paradise

An all-inclusive food and wine getaway

Explore the delights of this perfect pairing of adventure with natural beauty, delicious wines and delectable cuisine. This five-night package combines classic New Zealand landscapes with the best Central Otago wine tastings. Experience an incredible scenic helicopter flight, with a once in a lifetime glacier landing and a tasting experience at the region’s finest boutique cellar doors

Get ready to explore this incredible region and experience the best it has to offer. From stunning natural landscapes that can take your breath away to award winning wines, this 6-day getaway combines magical ‘off the beaten path’ experiences that offer you treasured memories and inspiring stories to take home.

Experience the full grandeur of our spectacular Would Heritage scenery on a heli flight across the Southern Alps, discovering native beech forests, towering peaks, spectacular glaciers and hidden lakes before soaring above Mitre Peak and the famous waterfalls of Milford Sound.

Enjoy an exclusive wine tasting journey savouring Central Otago’s distinctive wines at premium boutique vineyards. Sit back and relax in the comfort of a luxury touring vehicle whilst your Expert Wine Guide takes you off the beaten track to explore the dramatic scenery and pioneering history

From the moment you arrive you can expect a memorable experience filled with warm hospitality, attention to detail, and delectable cuisine crafted with the finest ingredients – all designed to make your adventure unforgettable.

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5 nights
Trip Highlights: 
  • Combine a visit to a high-country sheep farm with an intimate craft beer tasting experience
  • Experience a beautiful day in the beech forest on the famous Routeburn Track
  • Enjoy an exclusive wine tasting journey savouring Central Otago’s distinctive wines at premium boutique vineyards
  • Experience an incredible scenic helicopter flight, with a once in a lifetime glacier landing
  • Soar above Mitre Peak and the famous waterfalls of Milford Sound
  • Relax with a customised massage treatment by one of our expert therapists
  • Relax in the comfort of the lodge and enjoy the evening skies by the outdoor fire
  • Taste locally sourced, seasonal gourmet food prepared by our Executive Chef

Please note that minimum numbers apply to all getaways and prices may vary based on departure season.

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Your all-inclusive trip features:

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Breakfast & Dinner Included
Craft Beverages
Local Guides
Premium Eco Lodging
Transport
Yoga
Heli Flights
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Rates & Inclusions

Pricing is per person (twin share, in a one-bedroom chalet). Single spots are available on paying a NZ$1,000 supplement.

- Five nights accommodation
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks)
- All soft drinks / Barista coffee
- Return Transport from Queenstown Airport or CBD
- Full day guided walk on Routeburn Track
- Milford Flyover and Glacier landing with Picnic in the Earnslaw Burn
- Headwaters Paradise Tour
- Craft beer tasting with local brewmaster
- Private Boutique Wine Tour
- One 90-minute massage
- Daily morning stretch yoga class

A selection of local wines and beverages are available with dinner.

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Rates & Inclusions

Itinerary

Day 1: After pick-up from Queenstown Airport, we will travel along one of the world’s most scenic lakeside drives. Upon arriving at The Headwaters Eco Lodge, you’ll be welcomed by your friendly hosts and shown to your private room with ensuite, followed by lunch. Enjoy your first walk a short walking tour of Glenorchy, to includes the iconic Red Shed, the lagoon boardwalk, and surrounding wetlands full of birdlife. The evening will commence with pre-dinner drinks before a sumptuous chef’s choice dinner featuring an assortment of the Otago region’s finest foods.
Included: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: After an optional morning yoga and stretching class, followed by a delicious breakfast, we’ll head off to one of our favourite walks. Enjoy a morning on the breathtaking Routeburn Track within Mount Aspiring National Park. Your expert guide will walk at your pace, going only as far as you are comfortable, so you enjoy the highlights of spectacular snow-capped mountain and lake views, a variety of bird life, beautiful natural ancient native beech forest - mosses, lichen and ferns. We return to The Headwaters Eco Lodge where you can enjoy some free time before a relaxing evening with a pre-dinner drink and dinner, followed by an optional short film.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Today adventure begins with another gentle morning yoga class, followed by a hearty breakfast before getting ready for a high-country adventure, where you will hike around Mt Alfred for amazing views overlooking Isengard of Lord of the Rings fame. After a picnic lunch we will visit a 130-year-old high-country working farm set in the spectacular alpine scenery, where you will gain real insights into country life.

At the end of this unforgettable day, we’ll enjoy an off-site dinner in a rustic setting, including an intimate craft beer tasting experience with our local brewmaster. A BBQ dinner will follow before heading back to our base for a well-deserved rest.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day 4: Taste award-winning wines at four of the region’s premium boutique vineyards. Sit back and relax in the comfort of a luxury touring vehicle whilst your expert wine Guide takes you off the beaten track to explore the dramatic scenery and pioneering history. Indulge at a renowned restaurant for lunch, savouring a delicious antipasti platter with the finest and freshest produce and choose an accompanying glass of premium wine. At the end of the tour, you will return to the Headwaters Eco Lodge for dinner
Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day 5: Today is sure to take your breath away! After another hearty breakfast, you’ll experience the Eighth Wonder of the World by air. We’ll fly you across the Southern Alps to soar above Mitre Peak and the famous waterfalls of Milford Sound, before touching down for a once in a lifetime glacier landing. And if that wasn’t enough, on our return we fly into the Mount Earnslaw basin, arriving at a tussock-covered valley where a gourmet lunch awaits you. Your pilot will then return you to the Headwaters Eco Lodge via a 1000-meter ascent towards the blue ice of the hanging glacier. This afternoon you have time for a massage before a wonderful chef’s dinner.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day 6: Today you’ll have a chance to enjoy you last morning yoga class, followed by a delicious breakfast. Before you drive back to Queenstown, you have the option to take one last morning hike up the historic Whakaari Conservation Area, to take in the view of the township. Or if you prefer, you'll have the opportunity to leave a piece of you in Glenorchy to come back to one day, by planting your very own native tree or shrub at our chosen restoration area - an incredible way to give back to the community. After your chosen activity, we’ll have morning tea, and then we’ll bid farewell...until next time!
Included: Breakfast and morning tea

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Itinerary

At the head of the lake, in the heart of the mountains


Stay in an elegantly appointed private chalet, inspired by our beautiful natural environment. The Headwaters Eco Lodge has been created from the ground up to delight and inspire our guests. Whether you’re an active adventurer or looking to relax, you’ll find stunning natural beauty, hand-crafted artistry and warm,welcoming Kiwi hospitality. With sustainable eco credentials at the heart of the property, the lodge chalets are designed to be net positive in energy output while offering every modern convenience and luxury comfort in style.


- King bed with high quality linens


- Large ensuite bathroom with walk in rain shower


- Open year-round

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Accommodation

Season & Departure Dates

DEPARTURE DATE RETUN DATE PRICE (PER PERSON) AVAILABILITY
11 October 2024 16 October 2024 NZ$9775 6 spots
25 October 2024 30 October 2024 NZ$9775 6 spots
3 November 2024 8 November 2024 NZ$9775 6 spots
26 November 2024 30 November 2024 NZ$9775 6 spots
1 December 2024 6 December 2024 NZ$9775 4 spots
26 December 2024 31 December 2024 NZ$9775 4 spots
12 January 2025 17 January 2025 NZ$9775 4 spots
26 January 2025 31 January 2025 NZ$9775 4 spots
9 February 2025 14 February 2025 NZ$9775 4 spots
23 February 2025 28 February 2025 NZ$9775 6 spots
9 March 2025 14 March 2025 NZ$9775 4 spots
23 March 2025 28 March 2025 NZ$9775 8 spots
13 April 2025 18 April 2025 NZ$9775 8 spots
27 April 2025 2 May 2025 NZ$9775 8 spots
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Location

Return transfers from Queenstown airport or Queenstown CBD are included, or you may choose to self-drive to your accommodation on Day 1 where lunch will await you.

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Location

There is so much to see and do in glenorchy

Enjoy a tantalizing taste of everything! This five-day adventure offers you the opportunity to thoroughly enjoy yourself with not only the scenery, but also with the magic of a boutique wine tour and the culinary delights of seasonal food. Discover the natural beauty of breathtaking fiords and waterfalls, and experience the thrill of a snow landing that will set you up with some spectacular photography. This itinerary has been designed to inspire you with a small selection of the many unique adventures to be had in our beautiful region.

Book in confidence

We’re not in the business of creating worry or anxiety. In fact, quite the opposite. When booking our getaways you can be assured that:

  • Bookings are transferable across travellers. Can’t make it? Find a friend to take your spot.
  • Need to make a change? We're always just an email or phone call away. Rest assured we're here to serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the rooms like?

Your Adventures in Paradise experience will be based at The Headwaters Eco Lodge. You'll be staying in one of our beautifully-appointed Chalets which each include a private ensuite bathroom with walk-in rain shower, a king-size or split-king single beds, your own covered verandah and lounge chairs to take in the breathtaking views, warm welcoming rustic décor and original artwork by local and NZ artists.

What are your sustainability credentials?

We like to think of Adventures in Paradise, and more broadly The Headwaters, as a regenerative operation; meaning our mission is to actively make things better than they currently are.

The Headwaters Eco Lodge, where you'll rest your head in blissful sleep each night, is a net positive accommodation provider, meaning we generate more energy than we use onsite each year. We also use 50% less water than similar facilities and are certified by the International Living Future Institute as meeting the imperatives of the Living Building Challenge, the most stringent environmental guidelines in the world!

We are committed to extending our regeneration principles to our Adventures in Paradise experiences, so you'll enjoy knowing that all your delicious food is healthy, locally sourced and free of additives. Your meals in the field are tasty and free of unnecessary packaging. And on the last day of each of our experiences there's also a unique opportunity to take active part in contributing to a community regeneration project.

Are there private bathrooms?

Yes! All our Eco-Chalets feature a private ensuite bathroom with walk-in rain shower, covered verandah and lounge chairs to take in the breathtaking views of Glenorchy and the surrounding mountains.

What services are available?

The Headwaters Eco Lodge's Chalets redefine 'luxury meets sustainability'! Here you'll relish relaxing into a range of modern comforts including heated floors, triple glazed windows, keycard entry, sound proof walls (they are amazing!), temperature-controlled fresh air exchange and fine natural-fiber linens and towels. Spa, laundry and state of the art drying room facilities are also available onsite. Free high-speed internet access is included, and while we'll be spending time during the day in remote areas that may have spotty or little coverage, mobile coverage at the Lodge and in the township is very good.

How do I make a booking?

Easy! Book online here or just get in touch and we will arrange your booking.

Can I change my booking?

Yes, once you've paid your deposit you can change your departure date or transfer to to any of our other getaways - provided you make this change before full payment is due (no later than 30 days before the departure date).

What's the cancellation policy?

To help preserve our ability to generate a profit, all of which goes to the Glenorchy Community Trust, our cancellation policy is as follows:

A deposit of 20% of the getaway price is required to confirm your booking. The deposit is fully transferable across all getaways and dates and is valid for 12 months.

The final balance for a getaway is due 30 days before the departure date. Cancellations more than 30 days before departure date will receive a full refund, less the 20% deposit.

- Cancellations made within 30 to 14 days of the trip’s departure date will incur a cancellation fee of 10% of the booking total.

- Cancellations made within 14 to 2 days of the trip’s departure date will incur a cancellation fee of 50% of the booking total.

- Cancellations made within 48 hours of the trip’s departure date will receive no refund.

See our full booking terms and conditions here.

Do you cater to a range of dietaries?

Yes! Anything goes - please let us know when you get in touch and we'll make sure your Adventures in Paradise chefs and guides can plan to meet any special needs.

Do you offer private or bespoke trips?

Absolutely! Our Getaways are a great option for a family or group of friends - if you'd like to go private, chat to us about our options.

What if I want a meal out or free time from the itinerary?

We’ve designed our Getaways with a sense of connection and community in mind, so we’ve included all meals with your like-minded fellow travellers. Because of our values and selection of activities, we tend to attract similar guests with aligned interests so you'll be in excellent company. We also pride ourselves on including absolutely everything during your trip to allow for the best value experience. Because Glenorchy is such a small village, there are limited dining options which is why we’re happy to provide our guests with delicious meals daily. In saying that, this is your trip of a lifetime so if you prefer to eat out one night, you’re certainly welcome to do so.

How do we get to Glenorchy?

If you're joining us on an Adventure in Paradise, your transportation will be convenient and hassle-free. We'll pick you up from Queenstown Airport or central Queenstown, and chauffeur you along one of the world's most beautiful drives to your destination as you take in the breathtaking views of your 45-minute journey alongside Lake Wakatipu.

What are the guides like?

Our guides are beautiful spirits! As you explore together, your guides will share their passion and knowlege about the area, the local flora and fauna, the fascinating history of Glenorchy and the head of the lake, and informative commentary throughout. They're humble, patient and worldly - they know how to tell a good story and they know this place like the back of their hand.

What else is there to do in the area?

You'll soon discover that the people of Glenorchy have created a wonderful lifestyle for themselves here at the head of the lake. We have plenty of additional hiking options to share with you, as well as a raft of other outdoor activities. Consider booking a few extra days to soak in the healthy mountain lifestyle. If you're keen to relax and make this a personal wellness retreat, that's available, and if you want to engage your creative side there are art and photography workshops. Head on over to our Headwaters Eco Lodge experiences page to learn more!

What's the cancellation policy?

To help preserve our ability to generate a profit, all of which goes to the Glenorchy Community Trust, our cancellation policy is as follows:

A deposit of 20% of the getaway price is required to confirm your booking. The deposit is fully transferable across all getaways and dates and is valid for 12 months.

The final balance for a getaway is due 30 days before the departure date. Cancellations more than 30 days before departure date will receive a full refund, less the 20% deposit.

- Cancellations made within 30 to 14 days of the trip’s departure date will incur a cancellation fee of 10% of the booking total.

- Cancellations made within 14 to 2 days of the trip’s departure date will incur a cancellation fee of 50% of the booking total.

- Cancellations made within 48 hours of the trip’s departure date will receive no refund.

See our full booking terms and conditions here.

What clothing will I need to bring?

Glenorchy is located at the head of the lake and the heart of the mountains. It's a beautiful and ever-changing alpine environment and as such, the weather can change quickly. We'll provide you with a comprehensive gear list well in advance of your Getaway. The main things to keep in mind are to layer breathable, quick-dry active wear for our daily activities, and to bring casual, comfortable clothing for relaxing at the lodge in the evening. A good sun hat, and a pair of well worn-in, lightweight hiking boots will also be essential.

Are children welcome on these Getaways?

Please chat to us if you'd like to organise a getaway with children under the age of 12.

When is the best time to visit Glenorchy?

We offer our experiences all year round, so there’s really no bad time to visit Glenorchy! Generally, the most popular times to visit are the summer and shoulder seasons; however, we love the winter here too: everything's a bit quieter and bright, cool, clear days are common, which makes for stunning photos.

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