Routeburn Track Day Walk from Queenstown

Highlights

• Full day guided walk from Queenstown
• Experience a section of the famous Routeburn Track
• Learn about flora, fauna & the area's historical significance
• Knowledgeable & experienced guides

Description

If you’d like to interact with nature in order to truly experience it, a Routeburn guided walk with Nomad Safaris will enable you to get up close and personal with the natural environment of the South Island. Led by New Zealanders who are passionate and knowledgeable about flora, fauna and conservation, the tour enables visitors to Queenstown to experience a section of one of the world's 'Top Ten Classic Hikes' on a full day small group hike.

There is no better place to learn about the natural world than New Zealand. With Nomad Safaris wilderness guided walks NZ, you will be brought to areas that hold great significance in natural history, including river valleys shrouded in ancient beech forests, ferns, mosses and alpine flora, and populated by flocks of native birds. Explore the stunning New Zealand backcountry with friendly and knowledgeable guides and find out just what’s so special about New Zealand’s natural landscape.

Famous Routeburn Walk
This full day tour will take you to the ancient native beech forests situated in the magnificent Mt Aspiring National Park. The walk begins with a scenic drive along the Northern shores of Lake Wakatipu and deep into the Routeburn Valley. You will then embark on your walk up the river valley, which is framed by stunning snow capped mountain peaks.

Walking time: 3 to 5 hours (depending on your fitness)
Walking distance: 13km (8 miles)
Track: Well formed easy/ moderate walking track  

Highlights: Spectacular snow-capped mountain and lake views, a variety of birdlife and super-natural ancient native beech forest, mosses, lichens and ferns, waterfalls and river gorge.

Trip Includes

• Return transfers from Queenstown
• Guided walk on the Routeburn Track
• Informative & friendly guides
• Scrumptious picnic lunch
• Rain jackets can be supplied if needed

Duration

• Allow 10 hours

Departures

• 8:00am
• Pick up from central Queenstown accommodation
• Operates daily all year

Other Information

• Child rate applies (4-14yrs)
• Please wear sturdy walking boots or shoes and bring a warm/sun hat, warm clothing for changeable weather (no jeans), a rain jacket and a small daypack & a water bottle
• A reasonable level of fitness will ensure an enjoyable walk
• The start of the walk is scenic and gentle, with some steeper sections towards Routeburn Flats Hut & beyond
• Picnic lunch is provided (including tea/coffee biscuits)
• Friendly knowledgeable local guides
• Interpretative commentary of flora, fauna, history and geology

Normal Retail Price

• Routeburn Track:
  • Adult NZD$299.00
  • Child (under 14yrs) NZD$175.00
  • Private Charter (1-4 people) NZD$1100.00