Truly a Five Star Experience. The rooms are elegant but functional and comfortable. Felix and staff are very hospitable and easy-going. The guides (Peter Warren, in my case) are knowledgeable and VERY hard-working. Their ability to spot fish is beyond belief (and they can teach you all about Cricket if you like...). The fish are all 'sea-serpents' (not pushovers, but... More

I spent six days fishing with Felix and his team. The lodge is fantastic on all counts - food, accommodation, service and attention to detail. I was travelling on my own and the convivial atmosphere really made a huge diffence. The guides are excellent and I definitely left the south island a better fisherman. I have fished all over the... More

We came for part of our honeymoon, and spent 3 days/4 nights at Owens River. Felix welcomed us warmly with a beer and chips, and we instantly felt relaxed after our long day of air travel from San Francisco. The setting near the river is beautiful and quiet, and the rooms have a simple luxury and attention to detail—comfy king... More

Spent four days there and thought eveything was extremely well done. Excellent food and excellent guides on some of the best rivers around. Highly recommend this establishment. More

I just returned from 4 days at the Owens River Lodge and it was fantastic. My cabin had spectacular views of scenic mountains with the Owen River flowing right through a majestic valley. The accommodations were 5 star and the food was prepared by a chef that could be an Iron Chef! Felix, the lodge owner is terrific and accommodating... More

Felix and the crew at Owen River Lodge really know how to make you feel at home. On arrival we were warmly welcomed by Felix and shown to our cottage suite - since there was no need to check-in we unpacked, took some photos of the picture perfect views from the cottage then headed down to meet the other guests,... More

Brendon & I have just returned from our long waited trip to Owen River Lodge, we have been hanging out for a year to go on a fishing/relaxing/wine drinking/eating awesome food holiday...well it did NOT disappoint, in fact it was better than we thought! The accommodation was five star, king bed, comfortable room and bathroom. The food was amazing, Ryan... More

As hard as I looked I still couldn’t see the brown sitting behind the cream coloured rock. Craig, our guide for the day, could see it as plain as day and given that he’s’ been guiding for the last 27 or so years I had more faith in his eyes than mine. Out went the nymph and down went the... More

I'm passionate about flyfishing. My long time pal Jerry challenged me to a trip to New Zealand, where the nirvana of flyfishing to trout is legend. I planned the 16 days to end with 6 on South Island, at the Owen River Lodge. All planning was done by internet, and Felix thoroughly represents his exceptional lodge on the website. Additionally,... More