8756 Haast Highway, Haast, South Island
World-Class Nature Lodge in a UNESCO World Heritage Setting
By Negotiation
Business Description
Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki represents a rare opportunity to secure one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking and award-winning wilderness tourism assets. On the West Coast, positioned on the western side of State Highway 6 adjacent to the Moeraki River, Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki occupies 4.2507 hectares (more or less) across two titles in one of New Zealand’s most pristine wilderness settings. Surrounded by lakes, rivers, rainforests, and the rugged seacoast of Te Wāhipounamu – the Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area – the property offers an unrivalled nature-based tourism experience.
This is a paradise for eco-travelers, adventure seekers, and guests seeking unforgettable natural immersion. The lodge delivers 28 beautifully appointed guest rooms, positioned either beside the river rapids or framed by native gardens and forest outlooks. Quality materials, contemporary styling, and warm hospitality underpin a premium guest experience enhanced by exceptional cuisine and specialist guided nature activities.
Meticulously maintained and successfully operated by the current owners for over 30 years, the Lodge continues to deliver strong performance and global recognition. It may be acquired individually as a high-value standalone tourism investment, or together with Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass for a multi-site South Island luxury eco-tourism portfolio.
Offered as a freehold going concern with vacant possession, Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki is perfectly positioned to take advantage of continued growth in premium experiential and eco-tourism.
Iconic South Island Wilderness Lodges – Available Individually or as a Premium Portfolio
For the first time in over 30 years, two of New Zealand’s most recognisable wilderness lodges are being offered to the market as freehold going concerns. Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass and Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki represent a rare chance to secure a combined luxury eco-tourism portfolio spanning two of the country’s most extraordinary natural regions.
Together, the assets offer:
- Strong brand heritage and reputation
- Long-established operating systems
- High-value experiential tourism appeal
- Freehold land holdings in prime wilderness settings
- Significant expansion, development and product opportunities
- Individually, the lodges provide compelling standalone value:
Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass – 24-room lodge with restaurant and nature activities, set on 14 hectares within the Southern Alps.
Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki – 28-room lodge on 4.2507 hectares in a UNESCO World Heritage Area, surrounded by lakes, rivers, beaches, and rainforest.
This offering is expected to generate significant interest from domestic and international tourism investors seeking premium freehold properties in proven destinations, with substantial upside and global appeal.
For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact specialist Tourism Business Broker Adrian Chisholm today on ---------- or email ----------
Business Summary
Key Investment Insights
1. Freehold going concern sale, offering vacant possession and clear ownership over 4.2507 hectares across two titles.
2. Located adjacent to the Moeraki River on State Highway 6, within Te Wāhipounamu, a UNESCO World Heritage Area, delivering rare conservation credentials.
3. 28-room lodge with premium fitout, contemporary styling and quality materials, positioned beside river rapids or native garden and forest outlooks.
4. Long-established operation, meticulously maintained and owner-operated for over 30 years, indicating operational stability and institutional knowledge.
5. Strong brand heritage and global recognition, positioned in award-winning wilderness tourism category.
6. Diversified guest offering including exceptional cuisine and specialist guided nature activities, supporting high-value experiential tourism.
7. Significant expansion, development and product opportunities explicitly identified, indicating clear upside potential for investors.
8. Opportunity to acquire as part of a two-lodge portfolio with Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass, enabling multi-site scale and regional diversification.
9. Complementary asset in Arthur’s Pass described as a 24-room lodge on 14 hectares, enabling cross-marketing and operational synergies.
10. Positioned to capitalise on continued growth in premium experiential and eco-tourism, attracting domestic and international investors.
