Blanket Bay Lodge & Private Heli-Skiing Experience

The Ultimate Luxury Adventure

Your Winter Escape Awaits

Set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu near Glenorchy, Blanket Bay is one of New Zealand’s most iconic luxury lodges. It’s the perfect base for a winter escape that combines refined comfort with true high-country adventure.

What’s Included

Pair your lodge stay with a private, guided heli-ski day in the Southern Alps. We handle everything for you:

Professional equipment and safety briefing
Helicopter access and expert guiding
All end-to-end logistics
World-class hospitality and dining at the lodge
Seamless service throughout your stay

How It Works

Your itinerary is fully customised to fit your travel dates, ski ability, and preferred pace.

Important: Heli-skiing flights are weather-dependent. If conditions prevent flying, we’ll work with you to create the best alternative plan for your time in the region.

About Glenorchy

Blanket Bay sits on the northern shores of Lake Wakatipu in Glenorchy, New Zealand’s South Island.

The lodge is surrounded by:

Fiordland National Park
The Southern Alps
Mountain peaks and pristine lakes
Lush forests

With just 500 residents, Glenorchy gained global fame as a filming location for The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The area offers warm hospitality, local arts and crafts, and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for unwinding after adventure.