About Basecamp Adventures
Basecamp Adventures is Wanaka's dedicated climbing centre and outdoor rock-climbing guiding operation, offering both an indoor climbing wall in town and guided outdoor rock adventures across the Southern Lakes region. Founded by experienced climbers who call the Wanaka crags home, Basecamp has become the go-to operator for visitors and locals who want to experience the area's world-class granite and schist climbing.
The indoor centre provides bouldering and top-rope walls suitable for all ages and skill levels, with gear hire and casual entry available daily. For those who want to take it outdoors, Basecamp runs guided half-day and full-day rock climbing sessions at stunning local crags, plus multi-pitch alpine routes for experienced climbers. They also offer snowshoe adventures in winter and ice-climbing outings when conditions allow. All guiding is led by qualified NZMGA or NZOIA-certified instructors.
Basecamp stands out for bridging the gap between indoor taster sessions and genuine outdoor climbing — guests can warm up on the wall in the morning and be scaling sun-warmed rock faces above Lake Wanaka by afternoon. Their small-group format, patient instruction, and deep knowledge of local routes make them a top-rated activity for adventurous travellers.
