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Overview
Join a small group, no more than 8 travellers, with a friendly local Kiwi guide on part of the Routeburn Track, one of New Zealand's Great Walks with over 140 years of history. Depart Queenstown or Glenorchy and follow the edge of Lake Wakatipu toward Mt Aspiring National Park. Climb through ancient red beech forest, with a total elevation of 343 metres over 15 kilometres on a well-formed track, moderate enough for regular hikers and achievable for those who don't hike often. Pass Forge Flat and Bridal Veil Falls, with the track running above the Routeburn River gorge. Listen for bush robins and kea as you cross a swing bridge into the alpine meadows of Routeburn Flats, where you'll stop for a picnic lunch surrounded by mountains before the gentle two hour descent back to Queenstown. Approximately 8 hours total, including 4.5 to 5 hours of walking. 8am start from Queenstown, 9am from Glenorchy.
Pickup Information
Please wait in the foyer and the guide will find you.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Queenstown
2. Pick up.
3. Lake Wakatipu
4. Mrs Woolly's General Store
5. Classed as one of New Zealands Great Walks, after a short briefing here we cross the stunning Routeburn River.
6. Explore tree canopy from the walk.
7. We cross the river via various suspension bridges.
8. Routeburn Track
9. Routeburn Track
10. Cross into the open alpine meadows of Routeburn Flats, within Mt Aspiring National Park. Rest and enjoy your picnic lunch in a natural mountain amphitheatre, with kea often calling overhead.
11. Around 2 hours, a gentle descent back through the valley to Glenorchy, then Queenstown.
Inclusion
Lunch - Wraps (Picked up fresh from Mrs Woollys General Store)
Walking poles
Hotel pickup and drop-off, from central Queenstown or Glenorchy
Local Kiwi guide
Bottled water
Fresh fruit & nut bars
Exclusion
Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What to bring: sturdy, closed-toe footwear, warm clothing, a waterproof or windproof jacket, a hat, sun cream, insect repellent, and a small day pack.
Fitness level: moderate. Easy for regular hikers, intermediate for travellers who don't hike often. Let us know before booking if you have any concerns.
Start time: 8am from Queenstown, or 9am from Glenorchy.
Group size: no more than 8 travellers.
Please advise us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Pickup is available from central Queenstown accommodation or Glenorchy. Please confirm your pickup location at the time of booking.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
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