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A suspension bridge over a river surrounded by dense forest. 1
A forested trail with moss-covered trees and a dirt path. 2
A bird standing on mossy ground with fallen leaves. 3
A group of people in a forest with tall trees and dense underbrush. 4
A group of people standing on a hillside overlooking a lake with mountains in the background. 5
By Private Discovery Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $272 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

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.

Activity location

  • Mrs Woolly's General Store
    • 64 Oban Street
    • 9350, Glenorchy, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mrs Woolly's General Store
    • 64 Oban Street
    • 9350, Glenorchy, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lunch - Wraps (Picked up fresh from Mrs Woollys General Store)
  • Inclusions
    Walking poles
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off, from central Queenstown or Glenorchy
  • Inclusions
    Local Kiwi guide
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    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Fresh fruit & nut bars
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • 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.

Activity itinerary

Queenstown (Pass by)

Pick up.

Lake Wakatipu (Pass by)

Pass by Lake Wakatipu, driving along the western arm of Lake Wakatipu heading toward Glenorchy and Mt Aspiring National Park.

Glenorchy (Pass by)

Pick up.

Mrs Woolly's General Store

  • 5m
A short stop before starting the walk to collect lunch

Routeburn Track Trailhead (Routeburn Shelter)

  • 5m
Classed as one of New Zealands Great Walks, after a short briefing here we cross the stunning Routeburn River.

Routeburn Track

  • 5m
Explore tree canopy from the walk.

Routeburn River (Pass by)

We cross the river via various suspension bridges.

Routeburn Track

  • 2h
Red beech forest climb, ascending through ancient red beech forest, gaining a total elevation of 343 metres on a well-formed trail.

Routeburn Track

  • 5m
Forge Flat and Bridal Veil Falls. Passed en route, with the track running above the Routeburn River gorge.

Routeburn Flats Hut

  • 30m
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.

Routeburn Track

  • 2h
Around 2 hours, a gentle descent back through the valley to Glenorchy, then Queenstown.

Location

Activity location

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    Mrs Woolly's General Store
    • 64 Oban Street
    • 9350, Glenorchy, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Mrs Woolly's General Store
    • 64 Oban Street
    • 9350, Glenorchy, New Zealand

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