Cedar Lodge OVERVIEW
Welcome to 30 years of heli-fishing brilliance.
If you’re looking to fish some of the South Island’s most pristine water, Cedar Lodge is your spot. Our nearly thirty-year heli-program takes you from our remote lodge setting on the Makarora River and deep into Mt. Aspiring National Park. You’ll walk and wade with seasoned guides to target an unpressured population of big browns and rainbows with wild New Zealand views framing your casts. If you are looking to round out your experience, our heli-adventure program also offers hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and visiting the island’s many wineries.
Lodge Details
Highlights
Built with New Zealand’s extraordinary landscapes in mind, Cedar Lodge’s accommodations are designed to complement its natural surroundings. Modern aesthetics and brightly lit lounge areas invite you to take in the views and share stories from the water. Our seasonal plates paired with local wines give you a taste of authentic New Zealand cuisine.
VIEW DETAILS
Getting Here
Recommended Route
› From the international airport in Auckland (AKL), take a domestic flight to Queenstown (ZQN)
› Reserve a ground or heli transfer with Eleven and/or rent a personal vehicle from the airport
› Two-hour drive to Cedar Lodge
› Address: 74 School Road, Makarora 9382, New Zealand
Property Facts
› Four double-occupancy rooms configured for twins or king bed with en suite bathrooms
› Five-acre property grounds including lounge, hot tub, indoor and outdoor dining areas, nine hole fly casting course, nine hole target golf course, bonfire pit, and immediate access to the Makarora river
QUEENSTOWN (ZQN)
CEDAR LODGE
Dates & Rates
Season Dates
The season runs from November to March, with specific dates varying each year. View current season dates here.
Rates Individual Rooms
Private buyouts and individual rooms available. View current rates here.
Inclusions
Guided Adventures
› Guided heli-fishing
› Access to some of the world’s best walk-andstalk fly fishing through helicopter landing permissions on backcountry streams and rivers
› Guided by expert Eleven guides with longtime expertise guiding at Cedar Lodge
› Industry-leading gear provided, including Thomas and Thomas fly rods, Hatch 5+ Iconic fly reels, Simms and Patagonia waders and boots, neoprene wading socks, wading staffs, and a full assortment of commercial and custom-tied guide flies
› Other guided activities
› Hiking, mountain biking, e-biking, horseback riding, Wanaka Lake activities, winery and vineyard visits, Wanaka museums, jet boating, canyoning, West Coast adventures, golf, and heli-adventures
Food & Drink
› Daily chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, après, and dinner
› Snack and drink assortment in the main lounge
› A selection of house beer, wine, liquor, and non-alcoholic beverages
Travel & Logistics
› Heli-transfers for fly fishing and ground transfers for other activities
› Custom pre-arrival planning with Eleven’s Experience Team
LODGE INFORMATION
FLY FISHING INFORMATION
SEASONAL CONDITIONS
LODGE GALLERY
ADVENTURE GALLERY
POLICIES & INFORMATION
Popular Add-Ons
Eleven has it all. Try adding on a Fjordland Helicopter Tour, a wellness treatment, and a charter flight or ground transfer to the airport. We’re also happy to help you plan and celebrate a milestone. Speak to your experience team for details and to book.
The Fly Fishing
THE HELI-PROGRAM DELIVERS ARGUABLY THE MOST SUREFIRE OPPORTUNITY TO GET THAT ONCEIN-A-LIFETIME NEW ZEALAND FLY FISHING EXPERIENCE.
The Lodge
CEDAR LODGE, LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE SOUTH ISLAND’S EXOTIC LANDSCAPES, IS YOUR PERSONAL HOME RIGHT ON THE MAKARORA RIVER.
