Finding Wellness In the Wilderness
Step out of the busy day-to-day and immerse yourself in a place where it truly feels like time stands still.
Minaret Station is a place that echoes with authenticity, with a relaxing environment that cannot help but draw you deeper. We are very fortunate to have such an incredible backyard to share, a place to disconnect but reconnect to one another, in one of the world’s most unique settings.
The beauty of the simple elements of life that can be enjoyed at Minaret Station, including quality time with loved ones and fresh air with open spaces, continue to be the best anecdote for the busy lives our guests often come from. Take a journey with us as we showcase some of our wellness and wilderness experiences you may like to include on your next adventure.
From adrenaline adventures, scenic experiences and leisure activities, our team of knowledgeable guides will share with you some of the best kept secrets of our region as you relax and unwind in the beautiful surrentities we are fortunate to have on our back doorstep.
Hiking
With incredible hiking trails stretching through the valley right from the doorstep of your private chalet, embark on a guided walk through native vegetation and into the higher hanging basins formed from thousands of years of glaciation.
The diverse landscapes of Minaret Station can have you walking beside rushing waterfalls, historical mustering huts, gin-clear rivers and untouched native forests as your guide shares their vast knowledge about the stunning flora and fauna hidden in the depths of the valley’s and mountains.
Take in stunning alpine vistas, whilst appreciating the rugged beauty of our region, or enjoy a picnic lunch along the way as you revel in the scenery. The choice is endless, but the outcome will be the same - enjoy the precious moments you may take from the wilderness and wildlife of this phenomenal location.
Minaret Station Highlights
Connect with a New Zealand high-country way of living and learn about the unique day-to-day happenings on one of New Zealand’s most unique 50,000-acre high-country stations. During your day, you will experience more of the land and livestock that Minaret Station is so deeply connected to. Take a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in this unique environment, gaining a greater appreciation and experiencing the connection with the land and cuisine you enjoy along the way.
West Coast Adventure
Fly over the ‘Matterhorn of the South’, Mt. Aspiring / Tititea en route to your coastal adventure. Upon your arrival to New Zealand’s ‘wild west, you will feel humbled by this incredible landscape and the wildlife which reside here. There is something special about being in a remote and untouched part of the world, often a feeling that’s difficult to bring to words. As with each of our Minaret Station experiences, have the day tailored to suit what you wish to enjoy, having the opportunity to explore ancient forests or rugged beach coastlines. Perhaps the perfect combination of both.
Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in a remote location that is sure to be your most scenic culinary experience yet. This exciting scenic experience showcases a diverse range of ecosystems all within a day. Minaret Station’s West Coast Adventure grants the perfect taste of New Zealand’s vast and rugged nature, offering an intimate experience of the finer details of this region.
Sinking into the Stillness. Luxury and Leisure at Minaret Station
There’s nothing quite like after a day of exploring, sinking into the comfort and remote serenity of your private chalet. Break open a book on your picturesque deck, and take in the horizon of the setting sun illuminating the mountain tops. Savour the simplicity of the distant birdsong as the tussocks dance in the wind. Our friendly chefs invite you for a multi-course dining experience, prepared uniquely for you as you tell tales of the day that has been. Crafted with only the freshest local ingredients, this journey of flavour is sure to leave you with a lasting impression. Cap off your evening with a cocktail by the fireside or a serene evening soak in your private tub beneath the moonlight. Unwind, relax, be.
Remove yourself from the hustle and bustle and gain a new perspective. Let Minaret Station provide you room to roam, a place to be, a venue of laughter, and the opportunity to reconnect with yourself and each other. We look forward to welcoming you to our unique wilderness experience in the heart of the Southern Alps.
Learn more about the range of experiences available at Minaret Station to suit those looking to take time, reconnect and explore.