Routeburn Track Encounter

Your day begins with a courtesy pick up from your Queenstown accommodation, followed by a journey along the Queenstown-Glenorchy Road. This is one of New Zealand's most scenic drives and follows the rugged shoreline of Lake Wakatipu. You will then enter the wilderness sanctuary of the Mount Aspiring National Park.

Relish the invigorating 6.5km (4 mile) walk up the wide and smooth track to Routeburn Flats, with time to linger by the river as it meanders across the alpine meadow. As you walk your guide will point out the unique flora and birdlife of the Routeburn Valley. Enjoy a hot drink with lunch at Routeburn Flats Hut while taking in the splendour of the surrounding mountains.

For those who want a little more adventure, the 300m (980ft) climb, over 3km (1.9 miles) to Routeburn Falls promises to be the highlight of your day. The walk up to the waterfall is somewhat more challenging than the first section of the track, but most of our walkers make the effort and agree the view makes it all worth it.

We return to our vehicle along the same track.

Daily Departures 1 November to 30 April

7.40am - 8.00am Pick up from Queenstown accommodation

6.00pm Approximate return to Queenstown

Duration 10 hours, 6 hours on the track (13 to 19 kms)