After being picked up from your hotel in Queenstown, you will take one of the most beautiful road journeys in New Zealand to the Western end of Lake Wakatipu, led by a knowledgeable local guide.The world-renowned Routeburn Track provides stunning variation in vegetation, bird species, and topography as it climbs 6.5 kilometers one way, on a moderate fitness trail through gorges and valleys. This is small group tour with a maximum of 10 people that you will be spending the 7 hour day with. Your lunch sandwich, wrap or bread roll is an additional cost, afternoon tea / coffee fruit and cookies are included.
Pickup included
Walking through ancient Red Beech forest amidst lush ferns lichens and mosses, we follow the turquoise Routeburn River reaching the Flats hut located within a mountain amphitheatre. At this point you will get to rest up, soak in the natural beauty, and enjoy your picnic lunch while listening for native birdsong.
This trail is well formed, we cater to your level of fitness and there will be no more than 6 people to a group. The duration of the walk, altitude and alpine conditions will determine the distance and time we will walk. This walk enables you to experience the diversity of natural beauty, lakes, river valleys, waterfalls, mountains views and bird life with numerous photography opportunities.
Itinerary for the day: • 8.30 am pick up from accommodation in Queenstown • Photo stop at Bennett’s bluff • Glenorchy village, jetty walk, refreshments. • Routeburn Shelter start of trail • Picnic lunch at Routeburn Flats • Drop off in Queenstown 4.30 - 5pm
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, bring shower proof jacket, additional layers of clothing, casual & practical, sturdy walking shoes or boots • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair • Recommended to bring insect repellent, sun cream and hat Hotel pickups commence prior to this time