Highlights
- Half day guided walk from Queenstown
- Experience a relaxed nature walk on the Routeburn Track
- Informative & friendly guides
- Moderately paced, low level of fitness required
Description
Wilderness Guided Walks with Nomad Safaris aims to provide a true appreciation of nature by enabling visitors interact with the wilderness of the South Island on the famous Routeburn Track. Tours will be led by New Zealanders who are deeply passionate about conservation and the beautiful flora and fauna you will see on this half day walk.
Visitors based in Queenstown have easy access to a rewarding hiking expedition on the Routeburn Track, starting at the Routeburn Shelter. On a half day walk in a small group, you will immensely enjoy Wilderness Guided Walks’ informative commentary on the dramatic river valleys cloaked in ancient beech forests, mosses and ferns and populated by arresting alpine flora and native birds.
Venture in deep into the wilderness of New Zealand and learn just how unique this part of the world is.
Half Day Routeburn Guided Walk
After being picked up at your central Queenstown accommodation, you will drive along the Queenstown-Glenorchy Road with magnificent views across Lake Wakatipu. Once you reach the Routeburn Shelter, you will embark on an easy half-day walk that starts in luxuriant native beech forest. Experience the astonishing richness of native flora and fauna combined with stunning views of lakes and mountains across the Routeburn River. Spot native bird species and listen to their calls on the periphery of the forest. There are also plenty of waterfalls to admire along the way, which provide idyllic rest stops!
Walking time: 2 to 3 hours (optional)
Walking distance: 2 to 5kms (optional - easy walking)
Track: Well-formed, flat surface, some steps
Highlights: Spectacular lake and mountain views and a variety of bird life close at hand and easy to view
Trip Includes
- Return transfers from Queenstown
- Guided walk on the Routeburn Track
- Informative & friendly guides
- Rain jackets can be supplied if needed
Duration
- Allow 4.5 hours (up to 3 hours of walking)
Departures
- 1:30pm
- Pick up from your hotel or central Queenstown
- Operates daily all year
Other Information
- Child price is under 14 yrs
- Please wear sensible footwear and bring a warm/sun hat, wet/wind/warm clothing for changeable weather and a small daypack
- A reasonable level of fitness will ensure an enjoyable walk
- You are provided with snacks (including tea/coffee biscuits)
- Friendly knowledgeable local guides
- Interpretative commentary of flora, fauna, history and geology
- Some wet weather gear is available on loan
- Full Day Routeburn Guided Walk is also available
Normal Retail Price
- Half Day Routeburn Track:
- Adult NZD$245.00
- Child (under 14 yrs) NZD$145.00
- Private Charter (1-4 people) NZD$980.00
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Yes, hotel transfers are included in the Half Day Routeburn Guided Walk from Queenstown. When you book online via our website, please indicate which hotel you are staying in and we can arrange to pick you up from there or from a central Queenstown location.
Comment by: Everything New Zealand (Callum) on 16th Jun 13 at 16:16