At the head of the lake, heart of the mountains
Breathtaking Glenorchy New Zealand has captured the imaginations and hearts of travelers for 150 years. Set snugly between two soaring mountain ranges, a glacier-topped peak and the river-fed headwaters of Lake Wakatipu, Glenorchy is a unique destination with an endless variety of things to do, from the peaceful to the exhilarating to the sublime.
Picture yourself in one of Time Magazine’s 2019 World's 100 Greatest Places: Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat has been created from the ground up to delight and inspire our guests. Whether you’re an active adventurer or looking to relax, here in you’ll find stunning natural beauty, hand-crafted artistry and warm, welcoming Kiwi hospitality.
TIME Magazine has named Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat in the World’s 100 Greatest Places of 2019. Featured in its September issue, Camp Glenorchy is the only New Zealand accommodation chosen to make this list, and one of only 44 of TIME Magazine’s “must go” accommodation destinations in world.
Featured Accommodation
New Zealand’s only Net Positive Energy Accommodation provider offers options to suit all budgets from luxurious eco cabins to backpacker style bunks
Eco Cabin Bedroom
Warm welcoming eco cabins offer the perfect accommodation option in Glenorchy.
Premium Cabin Bedroom
Our premium Eco Cabins offer luxury accommodation with a twist.
Eco Cabin Bedroom plus Bunk Room
These cabins offer options to accommodate families or groups of 4, 5 or more.
Bunk Huts
Our bunk huts provide backpackers accommodation with a difference.
Motorhome Sites
Well-appointed powered campervan sites with stunning mountain views.
Things to Do in Glenorchy
There's so much to see and do in Glenorchy! Spend your days tramping, cycling, kayaking, horse riding, exploring Lord of the Rings film sites and more
Celebrate at Glenorchy
Whether planning a romantic getaway or a wedding, a corporate meeting or team building event, a family holiday or accommodation for a long-overdue trip with friends, Camp Glenorchy is the perfect pace to get away… and reconnect.
Wedding Venue
We know that your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. At Camp Glenorchy our team are specialists at helping ensure you make treasured memories to last a lifetime.
Corporate Facilities
With large welcoming meeting rooms, fresh catering by our chefs, high-speed wifi, and accommodation options to suit your needs, this is the perfect venue to hold your next corporate retreat.
Summer Escape Package
Take the drive to Glenorchy and enjoy the best of our award-winning eco accommodation experience. This package features two nights’ stay plus food, so you’ll have plenty of time to relax and explore.
Family Getaway
Our Family Getaway Package is the perfect blend of scenic surroundings, family fun, quiet times together, and the great outdoors. Make the most of the School Holiday breaks throughout the year.
Our Reviews
This is our 4th visit to Camp GY. We absolutely love it. We married here last August and continue to return. The philosophy behind this project, the innovation of the build, the attention to detail, the art and creativity that has been invested is incredible. It is luxurious and very high tech...
Paula, New Zealand
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