Reset this Autumn

Glamping accommodation in a tranquil setting amongst nature at Lake Hawea

The Camp and Cross Hill Lodge & Domes offers a variety of glamping accommodation to suit different tastes and budgets. Helping guests connect with nature, enjoy their environment and create lifelong memories has been a driver for The Camp at Lake Hawea for more than 50 years.

Upon arrival at Lake Hawea a sense of calm sweeps over you Time slows and the stresses of life dissolve You wake to the lake lapping against the rocks, the birdsong and the first light of dawn illuminating your tent You feel refreshed after a restful night's sleep

The crisp morning air draws you into the present moment and gives you a deeper appreciation for the hot cup of coffee wrapped in your hands The lake has a mist across it so only the mountains can be seen peaking up through the cloud

As the day heats up you take a stroll to explore your surroundings and find an array of autumn colours above and below The canopy of trees above displays beautiful orange, red and yellow leaves that gently fall to the ground as the breeze sways the canopy above, creating a carpet of colour across the grounds

Days are spent either nestled at The Camp or out exploring the beauty of the local area Visit one of the many wineries throughout Central Otago, try your luck catching a salmon or hire a bike and explore the local trails Hike one of the many breath-taking peaks overlooking Lake Hawea and Lake Wanaka or, for the adventurous climb the world's highest waterfall climb or venture through a West Coast canyon

As the sun gets lower in the sky the cooler evening sets in You wrap yourself in a blanket and head to the lakeside The perfect perch is found on the rocks as you watch nature's best performance yet The mountain range across the lake begins to glow in the late evening golden light You watch in awe as the light slowly creeps up the ranges and changes from orange to pink tones until only the peaks are left to see the sun The light fades fully but the show is not over yet Slowly but surely stars begin to reveal themselves and before long you are lying under the best night sky you have ever seen The milky way in all its glory is perfectly positioned over the silhouetted mountain range across the lake You watch for a while in amazement before retreating to your tent to snuggle up for a cosy, warm and comfortable night's sleep

The Camp has different glamping options including Bell tents Denver tents a Safari tent and their latest edition Cross Hill Lodge & Domes a high-end glamping experience The Camp and Cross Hill Domes is the perfect place to escape and totally relax