Overview
Set on the banks of the crystal-clear Owen River in New Zealand’s wild South Island, Eleven Owen River Lodge is a world-renowned fly-fishing retreat that blends laid-back luxury with legendary angling. This adults-only, all-inclusive lodge is a gateway to the best brown trout fishing on earth—with access to over 30 nearby rivers, including some of the most pristine freestone waters in the Southern Hemisphere. Back at the lodge, guests enjoy refined comfort, warm Kiwi hospitality, and an exceptional culinary program—all surrounded by dramatic mountain and river views.Accommodations
The lodge offers three Riverside Cottages each with two privately accessed rooms with separate bathrooms and verandas (beds configured as either one king or two twins)All accommodations feature luxury linens, robes, air conditioning, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Amenities
• Main lodge with open plan living, dining, and bar areas• Riverside hot tub and outdoor lounge
• Massage room with in-house therapist
• Well-equipped gear room and drying facilities
• Chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, après, and dinner, using seasonal, local ingredients
• Extensive wine cellar and premium New Zealand wines
• Wi-Fi throughout the property
• Sustainable, eco-conscious operations
Activities
• Fly Fishing: Access to over 30 rivers via drive, hike-in, or helicopter; world-famous for sight-fishing to large wild brown trout.• Hiking and Nature Walks: Explore native forests, river valleys, and dramatic alpine landscapes.
• Heli-Adventures: Scenic flights, heli-fishing, or heli-hiking.
• Wellness: In-room massage and relaxation in the riverside hot tub.
• Cultural & Culinary: Wine tastings, farm visits, and immersion in local New Zealand produce and hospitality.
Offers
No offers available at this time.Eleven Experience
Eleven sets a new standard in experiential travel. Unprecedented adventures and authentic connections are at the heart of every trip. Their down-to-earth guides share a day in their life, so you get to know every destination like a local adventurer. Eleven Experience’s collection of off-the-grid hideouts are intimate in size and located in remote and remarkable corners of the world. Available for exclusive use, their lodges are ideal venues to focus on outdoor adventure pursuits and escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
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Nelson Airport (NSN)
Eleven Owen River Lodge is located in Murchison, on the South Island of New Zealand, about a 90-minute drive from Nelson Airport (NSN). Its remote setting places guests at the doorstep of New Zealand’s finest wilderness rivers and national parks, including Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes.
Nelson Airport (NSN)
Eleven Owen River Lodge is located in Murchison, on the South Island of New Zealand, about a 90-minute drive from Nelson Airport (NSN). Its remote setting places guests at the doorstep of New Zealand’s finest wilderness rivers and national parks, including Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes.
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