Day 1
From Te Anau or Queenstown, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Milford Sound.
From here you'll enjoy a spectacular scenic helicopter flight from Milford Sound to Martins Bay. Upon landing, you'll be treated to an impressive lunch set amongst the wilderness in our exclusive, private location.
The afternoon is yours to enjoy. You can explore the Martins Bay sand dunes by foot, taking in the rugged beauty of this isolated West Coast beach. Alternatively, choose to relax at Waitai Lodge in front of the fire with a good book and enjoy a soak in the outdoor hot tubs.
The group reunites for a delicious three-course dinner accompanied by a fine selection of New Zealand beer and wine.
Sit back, relax and reflect on a great first day.
Day 2
Awake to the sound of bird song and enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared by your lodge hosts.
The day is yours to enjoy. You can choose to join your guide on a scenic jetboat ride across Lake McKerrow and then walk through the ever-adapting forest of thousand-year-old giants such as native rimu and kahikatea. Alternatively, relax in the lodge while you appreciate your remote location in the heart of Fiordland National Park.
After morning tea your lodge hosts will farewell you as you board your helicopter flight along the West Coast to the dramatic Milford Sound.
Upon arrival, you'll board the Fiordland Jewel for your luxury cruise, enjoying lunch while you marvel at Milford Sound’s vertical granite walls rising from the sea.
Your guide will return you to Te Anau or Queenstown, marking an end to a remarkable stay in Fiordland while you take in the impressive scenery.
Customise your experience
We can help arrange alternative transfer options ex Queenstown including helicopter or fixed wing options flying into Milford.
If you're keen, please reach out and our team can confirm options.
Luggage
The journey to Waitai Lodge is not your average commute!
Weight restrictions apply on helicopter transfers and guests are asked to limit their luggage to a small-to-medium soft bag or suitcase (weighing up to 7kg) and 1 small piece of hand luggage each.
What should I bring?
The weather in Fiordland can be variable and change rapidly, and we advise you to bring warm layering options.
If you wish to take advantage of our outdoor activities on offer, some suitable walking gear, outer layers, shoes and accessories are suggested. A drying room is available at the lodge for quick drying overnight if needed.
And of course, we suggest you bring some swimwear to enjoy the outdoor hot tubs (or a dip in the clear waters of Lake McKerrow).
To help you prepare, we've pulled together a handy list