Make your own Tracks Snow Shoeing around Queenstown, New Zealand
Snow Shoeing in the wilderness around Queenstown, New Zealand
Snow Shoeing
Experience the serenity of the spectacular 'back country' around Queenstown this winter on Snowshoes! Get away from the busy ski fields and spice up your ski vacation in Queenstown with a snowshoeing trip.
Gone are the old tennis racket style snowshoes and in are the new high tech, slim line snowshoes which let you feel as if you are floating across the snow.
Snowshoeing in Queenstown offers a peaceful, harmonious exploration of the wilderness. Most of the area around Queenstown is 'back country' and offers kilometres of trails for snowshoeing.
Snow shoes allow you to walk across unbroken snow without sinking up to your waist, opening up huge possibilities for wilderness exploration.
It is the perfect way for non-skiers to explore the winter mountains of Queenstown & enjoy the snow away from the crowds.
DURATION: 7 hours (approx)
WALKING TIME: 3 to 5 hours (optional)
WALKING DISTANCE: 4-5kms (moderate)
TRACK: Make our own!
DEPARTURES: 9.00am
PICK UP: We pick up from all Queenstown accommodations
WHAT YOU NEED:
- Warm Winter clothing, warm & comfortable walking boots or shoes.
- Remember to bring your camera and a smile!
WHAT WE PROVIDE:
- All transport to and from your Queenstown accommodation
- Snacks & Lunch including tea/coffee/soup, cookies, hearty sandwich & fruit
- Cheerful, Friendly and knowledgeable local guides
- Interpretative commentary of flora, fauna, history and geology
Day packs, Snow Shoes & Poles, Gortex and Fleece Jackets are available on loan
HIGHLIGHTS:
Spectacular snow-capped mountain and lake views.
PRICES:
- Regular Price - Adult NZ$170.00- Child (under 14) NZ$100.00
- Privately Guided Price - Adult NZ$220.00 - Child NZ$150.00
Valid 1st Oct 2007 until 30th Sept 2008
MINIMUM NUMBERS: Two persons (adult) or equivalent price
Privately guided option is available for a total wilderness experience.
All of our GUIDED NATURE WALKS are selected for their natural beauty, and their difference from each other. Snow shoeing is excellent for people interested in lake, mountain views, photography etc and for those who don't ski or board or just want to get away from the crowds.
Guided Nature Walks since 1868
