Miners Forest Retreat

(1/2 day)

In the late 18th century a treasure house of gold was first found in the streams and hills around Lake Wakatipu, and like a magnet the discovery brought thousands to the area from all over the world.
They found a place as rich in natural splendour as it was in precious metals and set about trying to master the elements in their quest for wealth.
The men and women of those hard-working, hard-living days are gone now, but the long-abandoned remains of their lives and work have become as much a part of the region's history as the scenery they've blended into.
This half-day guided walk begins in native Beech forest, and the track climbs through the forest and grassy meadows following a clear mountain stream. Native birds are readily seen and heard, in and around the edges of the forest.

DURATION: 4 hours
WALKING TIME: 3 hours
WALKING DISTANCE: 6kms (optional - average fitness required)
TRACK: Well formed with some short steep sections

HIGHLIGHTS: Early gold mining history and stone goldminers cottage
Magnificent mountain views

PICK-UP: We pickup from all Queenstown accommodations

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PRICES:
SUMMER DEPARTURES(Oct - May):
- morning 8:00am or afternoon 1:30pm
Regular Price - Adult NZ$98.00 - Child (under 14) NZ$55.00
Privately Guided Price - Adult NZ$190.00 - Child NZ$95.00

WINTER DEPARTURES(June - Sept):
- 10:00am returning at 3pm - includes picnic lunch
Regular Price - Adult NZ$130.00 - Child (under 14) NZ$75.00
Privately Guided Price - Adult NZ$195.00 - Child NZ$95.00

Valid 1st Oct 2007 until 30th Sept 2008
MINIMUM NUMBERS: Two persons (adult) or equivalent price

All of our GUIDED NATURE WALKS are selected for their natural beauty, and this is an excellent walk for people interested in history, birds and/or photography and has magnificent lake and mountain views.

Guided Nature Walks since 1868