You’ll learn no harm from the hills”

Situated at the base of the St. Arnaud mountain range, the Lodge boasts easy access to Lake Rotoiti and the stunning  Nelson Lakes National Park. 

‘Experiential education’ is a term often heard at the Lodge, as we offer programmes that use the surrounding native environment to encourage visitors to further their knowledge of themselves, and others.


Built for schools

The Rotoiti Lodge Outdoor Education Centre provides a warm, safe environment in the beautiful Nelson Lakes National Park. The pristine lake, Rainbow ski field nearby, tramping, mountain bike tracks and challenging on-site activities provide a variety of pursuits and opportunities for young people.


For many years school groups have been coming to the Lodge for:

School camps

Biology camps

Geography camps

Peer Leadership camps

Outdoor Education

Ski trips

Tramping clubs


When not booked up by school groups we offer up the lodge for private groups to rent. Come and have a relaxing stay or hire out an instructor and test your abilities