3 Day Hollyford Track
$1655 Per Adult Twin Share
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Season: Nov 06 – Apr 07
The Hollyford 3 Day Wilderness Journey is an all inclusive spectacular walk from the mountains to the sea that is suitable for a wide range of fitness levels. Unlike any other walk, the scenery is geologically spectacular and ever changing - snow capped mountains, glaciers, rainforests, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, reefs, sand dunes and surf. The experiences are diverse- hiking, wildlife interaction, historical tales, jet boating, and a magnificent scenic flight to Milford Sound. Expert guides will ensure your small group (maximum 16 people) have the experience of a lifetime.
Itinerary:
Night Prior – Pre departure briefing 6 pm in either Queenstown or Te Anau.
Day 1: Depart Queenstown by 7am, travel along side the beautiful Lake Wakatipu and on to Te Anau. Those starting in Te Anau join the trip at 9 am. After a brief stop, depart for the Hollyford Valley and travel through the majestic Eglington Valley to the start of the Track in the Hollyford Valley visiting Gunn's Camp museum on the way. Then re-trace the footsteps of early explorers along the Hollyford River to Pyke River Lodge. As the Track undulates gently through native beech forest and beside tumbling waterfalls enjoy interesting historical tales and interpretation of the forest and bird life. In the evening you can visit our nearby glow-worm colony. Walking Distance: Approx 17kms (12miles).
Day 2: Begin your day with a short walk to Lake Alabaster and learn of the history and geology of the area whilst in the midst of stunning surroundings. Cross Fiordland's longest swing bridge and then enjoy a captivating jet boat journey down the Hollyford River and across Lake McKerrow to the historic site of Jamestown, the intended capital of the South Island in the late 19th century. Walk through the ancient Podocarp forest (New Zealand native pines) with huge Rimu, Totara and Kahikatea trees wrapped in massive Rata vines. Then visit the fur seal colony at Long Reef on the wild West Coast. You may see the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin. Spend the night at Martins Bay Lodge.
Walking Distance: Approx 12kms (7miles).
Day 3: Travel by jet boat to the beach and explore the seven kilometre Martins Bay Beach, sand dunes and lagoon. Learn about its history and its plant, sea and bird life. Return to Martins Bay Lodge and then enjoy a scenic flight to Milford Sound, with views of the Track route, Hollyford Valley and Mt Tutoko, Fiordland's highest peak. Board your coach for your return journey to Queenstown or Te Anau with stops of interest along the way. Arrive back in Te Anau by 5 pm and Queenstown by approximately 7.30 pm.
There is an option at additional cost to cruise Milford Sound if you wish.
Walking Distance: Approx 8 kms (5 miles).
Departure Dates:
November 2006 December 2006 January 2007
01 03 27 02 21
05 07 29 04 23
09 10 31 06 25
12 13 08 28
15 17 11 31
19 21 14
26 24 17
29 25 19
February 2007 March 2007 April 2007
02 20 02 19 11
06 22 04 22 15
08 25 06 25 19
11 28 08 28 24
14 14 30 28
16 15 17