Owen River Lodge
OVERVIEW
Over three decades of brown trout excellence.
Owen River Lodge is where New Zealand’s reputation for big trout was built. Located in the South Island’s Tasman region, the lodge accesses nearly 30 brown trout fisheries. Here, landing six-pounders is basically routine. Your guide team draws on decades of experience to equip you with the right techniques and access to productive water. On top of offering the world’s best sight fishing, this multi-award-winning lodge is just down the road from some of the best hiking, mountain biking, and wine tasting on the planet.
Lodge Details
Highlights
Owen River Lodge isn’t just an angling powerhouse—it’s also a lodging icon. Four-time winner of Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, the property’s three secluded cottages sit along the banks of the Owen River and have verandas and a hot tub overlooking Kahurangi National Park. The culinary program offers farm-to-table creations sustainably sourced from the gardens woven throughout the property.
VIEW DETAILS
Getting Here
Recommended Route
› From the international airport in Auckland (AKL), take a domestic flight to Nelson Airport (NSN)
› Hire a private shuttle or rent a car to drive 90 minutes to Owen River Lodge
› Address: 173 Owen Valley East Road, Owen River 7073, New Zealand
Property Facts
› Three riverside cottages, each with two privately accessed rooms with separate bathrooms and verandas (beds configured as either one king or two twins)
› Main lodge with dining room, lounge, bar, and veranda
› Massage room, outdoor hot tub, and riverside lounge
› Two acres of riverside vegetable gardens, harvested for meals
› Lodge shop and fly-tying bench
SOUTH ISLAND
NELSON AIRPORT (NSN)
OWEN RIVER LODGE
Dates & Rates
Season Dates
The season runs from September to April, with specific dates varying each year. View current season dates here
Inclusions
Guided Adventures
› Daily guided walk and wade fishing
› Access to over 30 fisheries within 1.5-hour drive
› Guided by expert, tenured Eleven guides
Rates Individual Rooms
Private buyouts and individual rooms available. View current rates here
Helpful Links
LODGE INFORMATION
FLY FISHING INFORMATION
SEASONAL CONDITIONS
POLICIES & INFORMATION
› Industry-leading gear provided, including Thomas & Thomas and Sage fly rods, Hatch and Sage 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 non-guided activities
› Hiking and mountain biking
› Use of on-property mountain bikes
› Unlimited rounds of casting on our 9-hole casting course
Food & Drink
› Daily chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, après, and dinner
› In-room snack and drink assortment
› A selection of house beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages
Travel & Logistics
› Ground transfers to and from all guided fly fishing
› Custom pre-arrival planning with Eleven’s Experience Team
Popular Add-Ons
Eleven has it all. Try adding on heli-accessed fly fishing trips, whitewater rafting, or a massage. Speak to your experience team for details and to book.
The Fly Fishing
FOR THOSE FIXATED ON LANDING THE BROWN TROUT OF A LIFETIME ON A DRY FLY, YOU’RE EXACTLY WHERE YOU NEED TO BE.
The Lodge
BETWEEN IMPECCABLE
FOOD CRAFTED FROM THE PROPERTY GARDENS AND STAGGERING VIEWS OFF YOUR COTTAGE’S PATIO, THIS IS NEW ZEALAND’S FINEST.
