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Nested in the heart of New Zealand s Southern Alps, just 5 kilometres from Lake Wanaka resort and one hour from Queensland is the luxury Riverrun Lodge. The retreat is the perfect base to explore this special region of New Zealand, renowned for its unspoilt beauty and access to the outdoors.

Set on an escarpment with spectacular views of the surrounding farmland and mountains, Riverrun is a beautifully designed retreat creating a spacious and relaxing environment. Designed by a local architect, the reclaimed hardwood timber and beams used in the lodge construction give the guest accommodation and living areas a sense of warmth and intimacy. The lodge boasts an extensive range of facilities including two lounges with roaring log fires, a private hot tub, and spacious verandas with panoramic views. After an exhilarating day exploring the impressive scenery, you can relax in luxury in the private and stylish retreat.

The striking scenery of Wanaka can be appreciated year round with its unparalleled selection of short hikes, day walks and wilderness adventures. With its two lakes, many rivers and big skies, the valley is also popular for mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, canyoning and skydiving. A popular hiking route is the Rob Roy Glacier Hike which can be guided but is often freedom walked. Drive for an hour through the Beautiful Matukituti Valley into Mt Aspiring National Park. Then hike for up the Rob Roy Stream through beech forest and past waterfalls to the tree line, reaching a mountain cirque with spectacular views of a semi-circle of hanging glaciers. This route showcases some of New Zealand s most spectacular scenery and is definitely worth exploring. Riverrun can provide track notes and a lunch for you to enjoy as you sit and admire the magnificent waterfalls.

For the more adventurous, discover canyoning a unique activity that will leave you with a real sense of achievement. Explore the secrets of Wanaka s hidden river canyons through a variety of techniques. You abseil, slide, dive and ride down a series of waterfalls, into deep pools and shutes. Canyoning is an exhilarating adventure and a fantastic opportunity to explore the diverse landscape of Wanaka.

Wanaka is New Zealand s favourite ski resort making it the perfect retreat for those that are passionate about winter sports. Choose from snowboarding or skiing Cardrona and Treble Cone skifields, heliskiing the length of New Zealand’s Southern Alps from Mt Cook to Wanaka to Queenstown, snowboarding the terrain park at Snow Park or x-country touring at the Snow Farm. The terrain and quality of the snow is generally agreed to be some of the best in the Southern hemisphere and with modern facilities and a lack of queues Wanaka is a winter paradise for novices and experienced skiers alike.

Riverrun provides an exceptional New Zealand cuisine for guests at the lodge. Begin your day with a sumptuous breakfast including Wanaka roasted coffee, local preserves, homemade muesli, hand crafted breads and a selection from the lengthy breakfast menu ranging from decadent to fresh and piquant. Return from an exhilarating day exploring this special area of New Zealand to be greeting by a freshly prepared meal. Menus include tender farmed venison, merino lamb, duck, salmon, rabbit, hare and beef enhanced with locally grown vegetables, herbs and olive oils. Riverrun s selection of the best New Zealand cheeses always features on the menus or on a cheeseboard. The New Zealand cuisine is fresh and simple yet innovative, served in a luxury setting.

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