Guests to the Wilderness Lodge willl experience the very best of real New Zealand with a programme of guided sheep farming and nature discovery. Our focus is offering relaxed adventure to appreciate wild nature on foot and by kayak - not on thrills & adrenaline rushes. Explore Arthur's Pass National Park and surrounding conservation lands with passionate naturalist guides. Seek kea, falcon and other rare wildlife. Hike spectacular mountain trails and drink from glacial streams. The Wilderness Lodge property also includes a 6000 acre sheep farm home to 3000 merino sheep. Join real farmer guides and discover the rich cultural traditions of this historic property. Watch sheep dogs work, handfeed tame sheep and watch sheep shearing.