Camping. It’s the quintessential kiwi holiday. Camping has been bringing families together since way back, and The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp reckon it’s just about the best thing you can do with your loved ones. On this camping adventure you’ll be taken to new heights. Rather, you’re taking yourselves there with the choice to book the experience of a lifetime. Helicopter to an alpine landing, set up lunch in the mountains and explore your surroundings with your guide.
Discover the incredible UNESCO South West / Te Wāhipounamu New Zealand World Heritage Area all year round with adventures like this one. It’s difficult to imagine a place where fishing, heli-skiing, hiking and surfing is all possible, all the time. This is just one reason why you have to see it for yourself.
1. Day One
Give the family your time, and in a place that none of you will forget any time soon. The ‘Camping not camping’ adventure kicks off in Glenorchy at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp. This purpose-built base is fresh and inviting, with all the touches you need for your time away from home. It’s here that you meet your guide and settle in for night one. Eat at the restaurant or cook your own feast on the outdoor barbeque/grill and feel the excitement brewing.
2. Day Two
After a night at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp, it’s up into the mountains with a helicopter flight. This is when you get a sense of just how special this place is, and how this experience has been thoughtfully crafted. Fly over remote and breathtaking South West New Zealand and land in your high alpine zone – this is your base for the day!
There’s time made for a morning adventure. You won’t see another soul as you explore the landscape around you. Lunch together in this unbelievable location is next. Spend the afternoon relaxing or indulge in a short hike to yet another vantage point. Your guide will make sure the group is making as little impact on this landscape as possible. Then it’s back to The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp via helicopter for an incredible dinner. Expect strong emotions as you grasp how memorable this experience is.
3. Day Three
Wake up in the mountains at base camp and soak up the moment over breakfast. Today involves adventuring through Mount Aspiring National Park. There will be river crossings, forest walks and waterfalls to explore. Enjoy that euphoria that only comes from being out in the wilderness. After a big day out, 4×4 Defenders take you back to The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp in the late afternoon where the fires will be on, the showers will be hot and the restaurant, open. Who doesn’t like a touch of luxury after days in the backcountry? You’ll find just the right amount of finesse at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp.
4. Day Four
Unpacking your adventure back in Glenorchy is the perfect chance to reflect on what you’ve just done. The kids got involved. Everyone took part in the nitty-gritty, preparing lunch in the backcountry and cleaning up to leave behind only footprints. It’s an adventure to share stories about for years to come. Enjoy one final morning at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp before heading off to tell all your friends.
This article was created in paid partnership with The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp.
