Department of Conservation Approved
OutdoorsMark Safety Audit Certified

“Our goal is to connect our guests with the beauty of the land and the people of the area, all while renewing the body, mind and spirit.”

Debbi Brainerd

Glenorchy Paradise

A truly magical place

Adventures in Paradise was born out of our passion for active travel, a love of the great outdoors, and the lifelong memories of the people we meet along the way. Glenorchy has been attracting visitors since the first European settlers arrived in 1861 and people continue to be drawn to this magical place today. Surrounded by towering mountains, braided rivers, deep-blue lakes and lush beech forests, we feel Glenorchy is a rare bit of paradise.

Unique Itineraries

An intimate travel experience

In 2018, Adventures in Paradise founders Debbi and Paul Brainerd created New Zealand’s only net-positive energy accommodation, known today as The Headwaters Eco Lodge. Adventures in Paradise is the next step in their journey towards inspiring, educating and delighting visitors with small, intimate travel journeys that invite you to fully discover this beautiful landscape.

Adventures in Paradise

We can’t wait to share
paradise with you

On the fringes of Mt Aspiring National Park, surrounded by lush mountain trails, glacier-fed lakes, and braided rivers, The Headwaters Eco Lodge is a gateway to the world-famous Routeburn and Greenstone tracks, idyllic scenery and native flora and fauna.

For the most memorable experience, choose one of our all-inclusive Adventures in Paradise packages... or let us create a bespoke itinerary that embraces the best of everything you love to do.

The Routeburn Adventure

Enjoy an all-inclusive weekend giving you a chance to unwind, reconnect with nature and enjoy amazing meals prepared by our fabulous chefs! This ultimate getaway makes every minute count and leaves you feeling refreshed and revitalised.

All-Inclusive Weekend Away
The Ultimate in Paradise

The ultimate adventure of a lifetime, featuring two exhilarating heli hikes with picturesque views of waterfalls and hanging glaciers, and stunning panoramic views from on top of Mt Alfred. Experience a picturesque day in the spectacular World Heritage scenery of the Routeburn Track - all with a local expert guide by your side.

The Best Of Everything
The High Country Escape

This breathtaking 5-day getaway combines the most beautiful hikes, the freshest meals and the most extraordinary locations where few get to go. Venture on to a working high-country sheep farm and experience an enchanting dinner in a historic location, while enjoying a unique craft beer tasting with our local brewmaster.

A Breathtaking Five-day Getaway
The Fabulous Four

Designed to provide you with variety and new vistas every day, the Fabulous Four Getaway offers guided experiences that are perfect for the active adventurer who wants something unique and authentic. Hike, bike, ride and paddle your way through our spectacular end of the lake scenery!

An Active Break Away
Taste of Paradise

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.

A Food & Wine Getaway
Testimonials
Glenorchy is the perfect antidote to any built-up, stress-inducing, traffic-filled, busy environment. Rustic luxury and sustainable living are everything here. Every detail of the building, inside and outside, has a story and a reason, even the stones in the concrete floor are a mosaic replicating the region's rivers. It is simply beautiful.
After a five-day stay, my wife and I look back on very happy memories, lovely people and fantastic food. We did the Fab 4 package, four days of hiking, kayaking, e-cycling and horse riding. The guides were a delight, interesting, informative and very experienced. For dinner, Pete Gawron is a remarkable chef. When he learned we loved Thai food, he prepared that on our last night. Delicious! We'll be back!