Above the Routeburn towards the Harris Saddle, New Zealand
Mountain pass
Famous Routeburn Track
This full day guided walk in the ancient beech forest of the Mount Aspiring National Park starts with a scenic drive to the northern end of Lake Wakatipu and into the Routeburn Valley. The high snow capped mountains provide a magnificent backdrop for the walk up this beautiful river valley. There is also an option of walking a little further for an extra 1.5hrs (each way) to view the entire magnificent valley from the Routeburn Falls Hut.DURATION: 9 hours (approx)
WALKING TIME: 3 to 5 hours (optional)
WALKING DISTANCE: 16kms (easy)
TRACK: Well formed easy walking track (8kms each way)
DEPARTURES: 8.00am
PICK UP: We pick up from all Queenstown accommodations
HIGHLIGHTS:Spectacular snow-capped mountain and lake views
Variety of bird life, super-natural ancient native beech forest, mosses, lichens and ferns, waterfalls and river gorge
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PRICES:
Regular Price - Adult NZ$220.00 - Child (under 14) NZ$115.00
Privately Guided Price - Adult NZ$350.00 - Child NZ$170.00
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. This walk is an excellent walk for people interested in variety, lake, river valley, forests, mountain views, native birds and/or photography.
Guided Nature Walks since 1868
