To stay with Baillie Lodges is to experience destinations of unique natural and cultural significance, contemporary architectural design which welcomes the outside in, world-class local dining and beverages and first-name service.
The overall sense is one of generous hospitality, of easy, relaxed luxury and of seemingly effortless attention to detail. Our lodge teams are closely intertwined with the local communities in which each lodge is located, and are a natural fit as concierge, connecting guests with personalised experiences to create an unforgettable event.
Baillie Lodges can accommodate exclusive and intimate group events at selected lodges, including Longitude 131° at Uluru-Kata Tjuta, Silky Oaks Lodge in the Daintree Rainforest, Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island and The Louise in the Barossa Valley, along with Huka Lodge in Taupō, New Zealand and Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Canada’s Vancouver Island.
Baillie Lodges offers guests an unforgettable sense of place, a celebration of its natural wonders and a generous welcome home.
For a quick overview of capacity, inclusions and facilities across the lodges, view our reference guides and submit your event enquiry online or call us to discuss your requirements:
+61 2 9918 4355 (Australian & NZ lodges)
+1 250 266 0397 (Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge)
Rock star
With views direct to Uluru and across the desert to Kata Tjuta, Longitude 131˚ is Australia’s most celebrated luxury camp. Dotted among the red-rust dunes of the Central Desert, sixteen tented pavilions offer connection with the outback landscape and its heritage as well as a glamorous base from which to explore the incredible Red Centre.
Deep in Australia's heartland at Uluru-Kata Tjuta, Longitude 131° specialises in extraordinary intimate group travel experiences. Whether celebrating a significant milestone or creating a reward incentive program, Longitude 131° will deliver an unforgettable event that will be remembered forever.
Sitting amidst ancient dunes and overlooking Australia’s best-known natural icon, Uluru, Longitude 131° is a gathering of sixteen tented pavilions including the premium two-bedroom Dune Pavilion, offering connection with the outback landscape and its heritage as well as a glamorous base from which to explore the incredible Red Centre. Unparalleled views of Uluru’s changing lights play out from the end of the bed, or on balconies from the warmth of a luxury swag unfurled in the cool night air.
Adventures in the Red Centre include guided hikes, scenic flights, camel tours, cultural experiences and witnessing the incredible Field of Light art installation at dusk. After long days exploring, the on-site Spa Kinara offers soothing therapies.
Longitude 131° offers unique spaces for group events and incentives. Dining at Longitude 131° sees a creative, contemporary Australian menu enjoyed with a view to Uluru. Artfully mixed with the flavours and stories of the land’s ancient culture, guests are treated to a unique taste of Australia. Dinner is enjoyed in the Dune House and under the stars at Table 131° on alternating days. For small intimate groups dining can be enjoyed on the Dune Top, where intimate pods offer a window to the outback after dark.
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The Dune House, with its panoramic views of the outback and soaring canopy is the hub of Longitude 131°. The welcome open spaces within include a restaurant and bar with ever-changing views of Uluru as a backdrop for dining as well as lounging areas in contemporary campaign style, ideal for relaxing with an icy drink and exchanging stories of the day’s adventures in the outback. Local Aboriginal artworks create a vibrant space, ideal for planning the next adventure.
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Set among the dunes at a secret location, Table 131° is a hallmark event at Longitude 131°. The southern skies over Uluru-Kata Tjuta are a glittering kaleidoscope of stars, with cool, clear nights and an absence of manufactured lights from cities or nearby dwellings creating a stargazer’s paradise. Table 131° is renowned around the world as an iconic outdoor dining experience, with a menu prepared on a remote dune top and served under a blanket of stars. The feeling of being in a natural theatre is heightened by the chefs who work by torchlight to present four sumptuous courses.
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Perched high on the outback landscape, the Dune Top is an intimate space comprising a help-yourself bar, outdoor lounges and plunge spa with views to both World Heritage-listed natural icons Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Private dining pods offer a window to the flush of dusk in time for an intimate dinner under the stars. Pods are suites for small groups of up to 12 guests seated on separate dining pods.
Daintree deity
Located in the cool calm of the Daintree Rainforest in Queensland’s tropical north, Silky Oaks Lodge offers a stylish escape for business or leisure events whether for a premium corporate incentive, an executive meeting, or special interest retreat.
A tranquil hideaway for relaxation and rejuvenation, Silky Oaks Lodge offers easy access to the tropical wonders of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation.
Nestled in the cool calm of the Daintree Rainforest, Silky Oaks Lodge is set above the gently flowing Mossman River and among the leafy canopy, with the airy, open spaces of the main lodge enveloping guests in the sights and sounds of an extraordinary natural theatre.
Boasting 40 luxury treehouse-style suites, the lodge offers refined luxury accommodation for up to 82 guests, including the exclusive two-bedroom Daintree Pavilion with multiple living spaces and an infinity pool. Interiors flow seamlessly to the outdoors with verandahs dotted with swaying hammocks, open-air showers and deep stone bathtubs.
Adventures abound in the region, and the Silky Oaks Lodge team is ready to connect guests with unforgettable experiences from rainforest to reef. The serene on-site Healing Waters Spa beckons too, with luxurious and restorative treatments on offer.
Silky Oaks Lodge offers customisable spaces for celebratory events and special occasions, or a stimulating environment for business meetings and conferences. Dining at the lodge celebrates the abundance of fresh ingredients harvested both on-site and in the wider tropical north.
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Opening out onto the treetops, the tiered Treehouse Restaurant sets the scene for relaxed fine dining. A generous banquette and comfortable dining spaces offer optimum views to the theatre of river and rainforest playing out beyond. The Treehouse Restaurant offers contemporary Australian style cuisine for a variety of group events over lunch and dinner.
2 Jungle Perch
Extending out into the rainforest treetops, the open-air Jungle Perch delivers a bird’s eye view of the Mossman River, making it the best place to enjoy a drink and snack while watching the waters flow by.
3 Marrdja Pavilion
Versatile and spacious, the Marrdja Pavilion is a generous open-air space surrounded by rainforest with the Mossman River flowing below. The space lends a feeling of tranquility, perfect for early morning yoga, corporate workshops, conferences and private dining.
4 Kubirri Lounge
Leading from the lounge and bar, the Kubirri Lounge offers a flexible, air-conditioned and intimate space for up to 12 guests, perfect for a private special celebratory dinner, or a comfortable setting for an executive meeting or gathering for small groups during the day.
5 Kitchen Garden
A thriving kitchen garden of more than 100 plant types provides both singing-fresh ingredients for the table as well as a relaxed, outdoor setting for guests to enjoy lunch or early dinner drinks and snacks.
6 Riverside
Perfect for a open-air special occasion lunch, dinner or event, the riverside location is just steps away from the Mossman River, directly under the rainforest canopy.
Coastal glamour
With signature curved lines that echo the ocean-front location and sweeping panoramic views, Southern Ocean Lodge blends effortlessly with the rugged beauty of Kangaroo Island, welcoming guests to a luxurious base for wilderness exploration, superb regional cuisine and remarkable experiences.
For those passionate about retreating for a premium corporate incentive, exclusive meeting or celebratory event in an incredible location, Southern Ocean Lodge delivers an extraordinary experience of Kangaroo Island, widely acclaimed as Australia's Galapagos.
Southern Ocean Lodge sets the enduring benchmark for luxury experiential travel in Australia. Sensitively designed to blend seamlessly into the landscape, the lodge appears to float along its secluded clifftop setting. Twentyfive contemporary suites enjoy open views of the Southern Ocean and dramatic coastal wilderness, including the ultra-premium Baillie Pavilion. The expansive Great Room lies at the helm of the lodge and is the hub of all activity, with floor to ceiling windows capturing panoramic views of the wild Southern Ocean thundering below. Outside, a wet-edge pool lines the lodge terrace inviting a plunge into the landscape.
There are endless possibilities for exploring Kangaroo Island. Wander amongst sea lions lolling in the sand dunes, discover the famed Remarkable Rocks, walk along the coastal clifftops or enjoy a close encounter with native wildlife. The on-site Southern Spa beckons with signature treatments, a sauna and gymnasium while outside on the terrace hot and cold plunge pools are perfect for a soak.
Southern Ocean Lodge offers a unique backdrop for exclusive use and non-exclusive use groups. Dining at the lodge is an exclusively local affair, with a bounty of premium ingredients for the kitchen’s dynamic, produce-driven menus.
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The expansive Great Room lies at the helm of the lodge and is the hub of all activity, from lounging with a book with panoramic views of the Southern Ocean, to sharing a drink at the open bar and planning the next day’s adventures. Especially at sunset, guests gather around the Great Room’s open bar, which offers premium wines, craft beers and top shelf spirits, including Baillies 9 wild gin and the local honey liqueur. Staff are on-hand to assist with mixing a cocktail or making a suggestion, and sunset drinks are served each evening to allow guests to mingle and share the day’s discoveries.
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A sweeping panorama of ocean provides a dramatic backdrop for savouring world-class contemporary cuisine with a proudly local provenance. A walkin cellar offers help-yourself premium beverages, including a collection of hand-picked fine local wines, representing some of the best-known regions in South Australia.
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Adjacent to the Great Room, the terrace is a great option for a relaxed evening gathering with premium drinks and snacks flowing easily as the sun sets over the horizon. Perfect for daytime lounging or dining while drinking in the ocean views or taking a refreshing dip in the wet-edge pool.
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Baudin Lounge
The generously spacious Baudin Lounge comfortably accommodates 10 guests seated along its boardroom table, suitable for a private dinner or executive meeting; the room boasts a lounge and LCD TV for presentations.
Barossa beauty
Set amongst the undulating vineyards of the Barossa Valley in South Australia, The Louise offers a luxury retreat complete with private villa-style suites, world-class dining at Appellation and access to a backstage pass to the best of the Barossa.
Planning events, whether a premium corporate incentive, an exclusive meeting or business retreat, is an easy, highly tailored affair with the team at The Louise.
Set in the heart of Barossa Valley food and wine country, The Louise delivers an unforgettable experience, with its personal concierge offering a backstage pass to the best the region has to offer. A welcoming, at-home feel extends from the generously inclusive tariff, making group events enjoyable and effortless for all.
Leading from a central walkway lined with the region’s signature grapevines, 15 private suites open onto picturesque courtyards and provide luxury accommodation for up to 32 guests.
The Barossa Valley is one of the nation’s premier wine regions, home to grand estates steeped in history alongside smaller cellar-dooronly wineries ripe for discovery. Adventures abound in the Barossa, from hot-air ballooning to e-bike or mountain bike riding.
The Louise offers customisable spaces for exclusive and non-exclusive use groups.
Dining at the lodge is a local affair, where seasonal, locally grown produce combines on contemporary menus, sitting neatly alongside a carefully considered selection of fine wines from the Barossa and beyond.
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1 Hermitage Room
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The generous, light-filled Hermitage Room comfortably accommodates 24 guests seated along its boardroom table or up to 60 for a cocktail event. A lounge offers retreat within meetings, while French doors open to an outdoor courtyard and views of the Barossa.
Hermitage Courtyard
Leading from the Hermitage Room is the open-air courtyard, with a pergola and stone walls providing cool space for enjoying a long lunch or post-meeting drinks. The courtyard looks west to the vineyards, perfect to see the sun set golden after a successful event.
3 Contour
The relaxed surrounds of Contour with its menu of favourites and inviting cocktails, local brews and fine local wines creates a great spot for an exclusive-use lunch or fun team building dinner. There’s seating for 40 or room for a mood-raising cocktail gathering of 60.
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Contour Terrace
Outdoor lounging and a gather-round firepit set the scene for a relaxed outdoor gathering with premium drinks and canapes flowing easily. Drink in the sunset, chat with others and feel the cool of the evening.
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With large windows looking over the vineyards, Appellation restaurant offers exclusive use dining for up to 40 guests with a degustation menu tailored to the seasons and fresh local produce, paired with fine wines from the Barossa and beyond.
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Private Dining Room
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Appellation's satellite Private Dining Room offers an opportunity for groups to experience a thoughtfully curated menu in a truly intimate setting for up to 12 guests, perfect for small evening celebrations or private executive meetings during the day.
Riverside royalty
Renowned around the world as the first of the luxury lodges, Huka Lodge is a haven of stylish heritage and calm. Styled in the manner of a grand estate on the banks of the Waikato River in Taupo, the lodge is an impressive venue for a premium business event, corporate incentive, leisure group or special celebration.
Planning events is an easy, tailored affair with the team at Huka Lodge. Whether a premium corporate incentive, exclusive meeting or a special celebration, the team deliver unforgettable events in the heart of Taupo in New Zealand.
Taupō is found on the central plateau of New Zealand’s North Island, distinguished by its vast lake and endowed with a gentle climate, a leisurely pace and spectacular landscape. Set amongst rolling green lawns that frame the banks of Taupō’s Waikato River and just upstream from the dramatic Huka Falls, Huka Lodge invites guests to step into another world.
Privately set and opening onto riverfront views, 20 lodge suites dot the 17-acre Huka Lodge parkland. Sitting remotely are two multi-bedroom owners’ residences, the Alan Pye and Alex van Heeren Cottages. Both are ideal for intimate groups travelling together where guests enjoy the best of both worlds: a private self-contained residence with access to all the Huka Lodge luxuries.
Adventures in Taupō are in abundance and include golf, hiking, fishing, jet boating, skydiving, scenic cruises and helicopter flights. At the end of each day the on-site wellness grounds and Huka Spa Huts provide sanctuary in tranquil surrounds.
With a myriad of signature dining areas, lounges, cellars and outdoor nooks, Huka Lodge offers customisable spaces for celebrations and incentives, or a facilitating environment for business meetings and conferences. Dining at the lodge is a daily-changing showcase of New Zealand’s finest ingredients and is complemented by a magnificent selection of wine.
1 The Dining Room
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Overlooking the outdoor terrace and beyond to the Waikato River, the Dining Room comfortably accommodates up to 32 guests for group dining as well as a productive day of meetings. The space transitions to an entertainment venue for up to 50 guests with cocktail style service with the adjoining library.
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Featuring floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and open fireplace, The Library is a cosy space with an intimate, quiet atmosphere ideal as a breakout room or as a private meeting or dining space for up to 10 guests.
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Located upstairs in the main lodge, The Loft has been designed for flexibility and can accommodate multiple configurations tailored to event requirements. The spacious venue caters for 20 guests for a seated meeting or up to 50 for a cocktail function. Dining is accommodated on 2 tables of 10.
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Dedicated to Don Ryder, resident bagpiper from 1993 – 2018, the Piper Room is a cosy space with a private lounge area and adjoining balcony overlooking the Waikato River.
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Cool and cavernous, the Wine Cellar is lined with some of the world’s most sought-after vintage plus a superb selection of premium New Zealand wines. An intimate space for candlelit dining for up to 10 guests.
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A versatile space for outdoor meetings or open-air dining, the Orchard is set amongst a small orchard of heirloom fruit trees and warmed by an outdoor fireplace. The setting is ideal for 2 tables of 6 guests for intimate sit-down dining or up to 40 guests for cocktail-style drinks and canapés.
Wild refuge
Set within Vancouver Island's pristine old-growth temperate rainforest and skirting the foreshore of its namesake ocean inlet, Clayoquot Sound, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge welcomes guests to a sanctuary of off-grid luxury and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Hosting an event at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is essentially crafting an extraordinary small group experience in the heart of Canada’s magnificent wilderness. Tailored for corporate incentives, executive meetings or special celebrations, pristine natural surrounds offer a breathtaking backdrop for every occasion.
Gloriously remote and set in one of Canada’s wildest and most astounding natural settings, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge stands at the gateway to the magnificent UNESCO-listed coastal ecosystem.
A rustic wilderness settlement awaits evoking the spirit of turn-of-the-nineteenth-century prospectors, complete with 25 white canvas tents set amongst ancient forest and on the banks of the Bedwell River. End-of-the-bed views and specially commissioned furnishings from local designers deliver a personal connection with the Vancouver Island landscape.
Adventures in Clayoquot Sound span land, sea and sky and include canyoning, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and the chance to take a glacial plunge. All experiences are led by highly trained and very friendly personal guides. After long days of adventure the on-site Healing Grounds Spa promises a physical and spiritual sanctuary.
The central guest outpost incorporates a wealth of customisable event spaces overlooking uninterrupted views of the sound and surrounding coastal forest, catering for all manner of gatherings, from celebrations by the foreshore to intimate sunset drinks.
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Located on the foreshore of Clayoquot Sound and welcoming magnificent views of its vast oceanic wilderness, The Cookhouse is the hub of dining, drinking and lounging. The restaurant features an open kitchen promising coal-face style theatre and a daily-changing menu of locally sourced sustainable produce. Generous lounging flows to the decks outside, a perfect spot to relax and drink in the views. In the evenings an outdoor fire draws in guests for s’mores and shared stories.
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Named for Clayoquot’s vintage tugboat, the SS Ivanhoe, the bar rests at the shore edge where the Bedwell River spills into the Pacific Ocean. The Ivanhoe features floor-to-ceiling glass welcoming in views of the sound as wildlife including bears, eagles, blue herons, otters, and seals go about their business. Inside, guests lounge with handcrafted cocktails in swarthy leather armchairs warmed by cast iron stove. A menu of canapes and bar snacks complements premium wines, craft beers and small-batch spirits.
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The Ivanhoe's rooftop deck caters for 22 guests. This open-air space looks straight down to the bottom of the emerald green Bedwell River and is ideal for afternoon tea or sunset drinks beneath an open sky, surrounded by towering mountains.
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Private dining tents offer a customisable space for special events and dining beneath a white canvas canopy. The tents create an intimate, memorable dining experience or meeting space at any time of day, with one tent catering for 16 guests and the remaining tents catering for 8 guests.
Longitude 131°
ULURU KATA-TJUTA, NORTHERN TERRITORY, AUSTRALIA
Silky Oaks Lodge
DAINTREE RAINFOREST, NORTH QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA
Southern Ocean Lodge
KANGAROO ISLAND, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA
The Louise
BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA
Huka Lodge
TAUPŌ, NORTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Clayoquot
Wilderness Lodge
VANCOUVER ISLAND, CANADA LODGE OPERATION / CAPACITY
Beverages
Pre-dinner drinks and canapés
Complimentary experiences (guided experiences are shared with other guests) A series of signature guided experiences Guided morning yoga and one daily return scheduled shuttle to Port Douglas A
Leisure
• Swimming pool
• Plunge spa
Event spaces (for exclusive or non-exclusive group use)
• Dune House
• Dune Top and Dining Pods
• Table 131°
• Swimming pool
• Gymnasium
• E-bikes
• Snorkelling gear
• Treehouse Restaurant
• Jungle Perch
• Marrdja Pavilion
• Kubirri Lounge
• Kitchen Garden
• Riverside
• Swimming pool
• Hot and cold plunge pools
• Gymnasium
• Sauna
• E-bikes
• Great Room and Terrace
• Lodge Restaurant
• Baudin Lounge
• Swimming pool
• Gymnasium
• Sauna
• E-bikes
• Appellation
• Contour Bar and Terrace
• Hermitage Room and Courtyard
• Private Dining Room
• Swimming pool
• Plunge spas, sauna
• Gymnasium
• Tennis courts and lawn games
• Mountain bikes
• The Dining Room
• The Library
• The Loft
• The Piper Room
• Wine Cellar
• The Orchard
Premium open bar, all-day snacks and matched wines with dinner
A series of signature guided experiences and one relaxation massage (1 hour)
• Sauna
• Hot tubs
• Gymnasium
• E-bikes
• The Cookhouse
• The Ivanhoe
• The Ivanhoe Rooftop Deck
• Private Dining Tents
Event spaces and capacity at a glance
Longitude 131°
Arrival experience
Longitude 131°
ULURU KATA-TJUTA, NORTHERN TERRITORY, AUSTRALIA
Guests flying into Ayers Rock Airport at Uluru will encounter the warm outback climate as they make their way across the tarmac to the cool of the arrivals hall. The Longitude 131° team meet guests for the 15-minute drive to the lodge’s private location.
Silky Oaks Lodge
DAINTREE RAINFOREST, NORTH QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA
Guests arriving into Cairns Airport from domestic or overseas ports can hire a car for the scenic 80-minute drive north to Silky Oaks Lodge in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest.
Southern Ocean Lodge
KANGAROO ISLAND, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA
Guests are greeted in Kangaroo Island Airport's arrivals hall prior to the scenic 50-minute transfer to Southern Ocean Lodge. On departure, guests are provided with access to the lodge’s exclusive airport lounge to relax in before their outbound flight.
The Louise BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA
Guests arriving at Adelaide Airport from domestic or overseas ports can hire a car for the pleasant one hour’s drive north to The Louise in the heart of Barossa Valley wine country.
Huka Lodge
TAUPŌ, NORTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Huka Lodge is set among established gardens along the banks of the surging Waikato River near Lake Taupō on New Zealand’s North Island. The Huka Lodge team meet guests arriving at Taupō Airport for the 15-minute drive to the lodge’s private location.
Clayoquot
Wilderness Lodge
VANCOUVER ISLAND, CANADA
Located on Vancouver Island, guests traveling from Vancouver can arrive via a direct float plane connection, passing over the mountains and lakes and touching down at the lodge’s dock to be met by the Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge team.
incuded From/to Ayers Rock Airport
Other transfer options Private luxury vehicle transfers from Ayers Rock Airport can be arranged in advance. Self-driving to Uluru is another popular option. Private vehicle access is not available at the property but parking is available offsite and complimentary transfers to and from the lodge can be arranged in advance.
Luxury transfers from Cairns Airport are available to book in advance. Scenic helicopter flights from Cairns Airport to Port Douglas offer an aerial perspective of the region and are a spectacular start or end to a stay in the Daintree.
From/to Kangaroo Island Airport
For self-drive island excursions, a 45-minute ferry service runs between Cape Jervis on the mainland and Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, which is 90 minutes drive from the lodge. Cape Jervis is a picturesque twohour drive from Adelaide.
A private car service can be arranged to meet guests at the airport, train station or any Adelaide city hotels. For a spectacular aerial arrival, it’s hard to beat a helicopter transfer and The Louise has a daylight helipad onsite perfect for the purpose.
From/to Taupō Airport
Guests on self-drive journeys can expect a three and a half hour road trip from Auckland, a five-hour drive from Wellington or a one-hour drive from Rotorua. For the ultimate arrival experience, arrange a helicopter transfer from Auckland Airport and touch down directly at the lodge.
Guests can choose to arrive via sea on one of the lodges various boats, taking 45 minutes to complete the passage from Tofino to the lodge’s dock. Or for the ultimate view of Clayoquot Sound on arrival, arrange a helicopter transfer from Vancouver Airport, landing on the onsite lodge helipad.
Arrival airport Uluru/Ayers Rock (AYQ) Cairns (CNS) Kangaroo Island (KGC)
(ADL) Taupō (TUO) Vancouver (YVR)
AUSTRALIA
NEW ZEALAND
Baillie Lodges is a dynamic portfolio of luxury lodges in extraordinary destinations. Combining world-class local dining, design that welcomes the outside in, interiors that reflect the environment and its community as well as genuine, first name service, the collection is renowned for setting benchmarks in premium experiential travel.
