1 day

Small Group

Full Day

By walk

About this activity

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

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Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)
National Park fees
Afternoon tea & cookies
Fresh fruit
Bottled water
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Lunch is not included, a stop is made at a local bakery for you to select a bread roll, wrap or salad.

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not wheelchair accessible
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Minimum age is 15 years
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, bring rain jacket, additional layers of clothing, casual & practical, sturdy walking shoes or boots
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Features

Tourism

65%

Cultural

50%

Sport

25%

Original

20%

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Valleys 27 Activities

Full-Day Small-Group Routeburn Valley Walk

Queenstown

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