Lake Rotoroa Lodge

World Renowned Trout Fishing Destination

Lake Rotoroa Lodge is a prestigious fishing lodge built in the 1920's incorporating the style of the Victorian era.

Far from the maddening crowds, the Lodge is nestled in the beech forest fairyland of the Nelson Lakes National Park overlooking the glacial formed Lake Rotoroa and Gowon river. The Lodge provides luxurious facilities coupled with old world charm and relaxed, personal attention to all guest requirements.

The Lodge, opened in 1981, has one of New Zealand's very finest and experienced guiding teams.

Acknowledged by National Geographic Travelers as one of the World's Best Adventure Resorts, Lake Rotoroa Lodge is ideally located in the heart of one of the best Brown trout fisheries in the world.

There are over 26 crystal clear rivers by road and an additional 18 rivers reached by helicopter to test the skills of the most ardent fisherperson. Either on a dry fly or nymph fish averaging 4.75 lbs. with many in excess of 8 lb. are caught each year. It's the ultimate clear water stream fishing.

Internationally renowned professional guides will show you the art of spotting, stalking and delicately presenting a fly to a big Brown Trout in spectacular wilderness areas.

Lake Rotoroa Lodge has not only built its reputation its fishing resource but also on the many other activities that it has to offer. Located on the edge of a National Park the lodge offers miles of spectacular walks and trails for the very fit to those just wanting a gentile stroll.

The Lodge offers excursions "fully guided" in the National Park and canoe & boat trips on the lake; white water rafting on the nearby Gowen River; and gentle two or three hour horseback trips into the forest fairyland of the surrounding native bush reserves.

The Lodge is also ideally situated for one to explore the arts & crafts and/or wineries of the Marlborough and Nelson regions. A delightful well manicured country golf course is within 20 minutes or one may prefer to relax at the Lodge which overlooks some of the most spectacular scenery the country has to offer.