“Carleen and Warren were very welcoming and friendly during our two night stay. The accommodation, facilities and grounds are awesome and we can’t wait to get back there! The food was top notch and the vegetarian options we requested were superb”.

Only accessible by foot along the Nydia track or by boat the On the Track lodge is a charming and comfortable hideaway.

Lodge guests have their own private chalets (shared bathrooms) or you can treat yourself to the luxurious train carriage rooms complete with en-suite. Another option is the Seaside Cottage where you can hear and see the sea lapping nearby before drifting off to sleep. If travelling with a group, consider the super comfortable Mongolian Yurt.

There are kayaks and stand up paddle boards for you to use (without charge), and some people have had good luck snapper and kawahai fishing off the Nydia Bay jetty at high tide. There is a friendly native eel to visit. The outdoor hot tub is there for those wanting a blissful soak. Glowworms can be found in the nearby bush and on special nights, the fire pit is put into use to gather around and talk.

On the Track Lodge offer a multitude of different packages, some all-inclusive with food and travel, and you can also book the lodge for exclusive use! They can fully cater to suit your preferences, or you can self-cater.

Getting there

If you are arriving by boat, they can offer you free use of the lodge mooring and others nearby, by arrangement for vessels up to 12m with 2m draft.  Good deeper anchoring is also available in Nydia Bay with excellent holding and shelter.

On The Track Lodge | Nydia Bay Accommodation | Marlborough Sounds