21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 October, 2023
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30 November, 2023
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30 December, 2023
1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 January, 2024
1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 25, 27, 28 February, 2024
1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20, 22, 23, 25, 26, 28, 29, 31 March, 2024
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 April, 2024
Period 1 Oct 2023
- 31 Jan 2024
Adult (ensuite room) NZD $3,595.00
Child (ensuite room) NZD $3,100.00
Single Supplement (ensuite room) NZD $1,570.00
Period 1 Feb 2024
- 31 Mar 2024
Adult (ensuite room) NZD $3,795.00
Child (ensuite room) NZD $3,300.00
Single Supplement (ensuite room) NZD $1,570.00
Period 1 Apr 2024
- 30 Apr 2024
Adult (ensuite room) NZD $3,595.00
Child (ensuite room) NZD $3,100.00
Single Supplement (ensuite room) NZD $1,570.00
6.30pm on Day 1
Te Anau: Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas, 64 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
Maximum 16 people.
You may choose to return to Te Anau or Queenstown, but please bring your extra luggage with you if you choose the Queenstown option (your luggage will be safely stored for you during your trip).
Child rates apply 10 - 14 years inclusive (minimum age 10 years).
This hike involves a combination of coach travel from Queenstown/Te Anau to the start of the track, jetboat travel on the Hollyford River, a scenic flight to Milford Sound, and finally a coach trip back to Te Anau/Queenstown. You do hike as well!
There are no additional costs.
Price Includes:
Grade: B
Average of 4-5 hrs physical activity per day, but takes up to 7 hours on longer days.
At times carrying small backpack of 5-7kgs.
Tracks generally in good condition.
Altitude gains of up to 100m. It would be good to have some hiking experience, as you will walk through water, mud etc. on some occasions. Reasonable standard of fitness required.
The days are long but not difficult. There are often guests from the ages of 10 to 84 doing the walk and as long as you are an actively fit person you will manage the walk. You only carry your pack on the first day's walk in (the contents of what you need to bring will fit in a medium sized backpack, weighing approximately 5-7kg), the rest of the time it is taken by boat/plane. As all linen, duvets, towels and food are provided, you need only bring your personal gear keeping your packs light for a more enjoyable adventure.
At the end of an invigorating day exploring the beautiful Hollyford valley, you’ll arrive at your exclusive lodge to a warm welcome and fine cuisine prepared by our friendly professional hosts. The lodges have been purpose designed and built to provide you with a level of comfort and indulgence in a place you would least expect it.
The private lodges are very well appointed with dining and lounge areas, open fires, drying rooms, separate flush toilet and shower facilities with unlimited hot water, soap, shampoo, towels and hair dryers provided. The lodges run on battery bank powered electricity, and we do conserve energy by turning off some electrical facilities overnight. However, lighting is available throughout the night, and we still have 24 hour power available in the lounge area.
Lodge bedrooms are all ensuite with linen, duvets and hot water bottles also provided. We have a lot of guests that travel alone, and many find it a great opportunity to walk and interact with other guests. If you are booking on your own, a single supplement charge will apply at the time of booking.
SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED (at no extra cost) : Backpacks, day packs, pack liners, rain jackets.
Essential Items:
Evening Wear:
Should you get wet during the day, there are drying rooms at both lodges so if you keep your gear lightweight and fast drying, it should dry overnight. Cotton garments, jeans or silk thermals are not recommended. Perspiration means you are likely to feel damp and cold inside the best raincoat.
Optional items: You may like to include the following:
Supplied: All meals, towels, linen, duvets, hot water bottles, soap, shampoo, headlamp and hair-dryers.
Lodge chefs prepare hearty breakfasts, picnic lunches and superb evening dining. Breakfasts are tasty, hearty and well balanced to give you just the right fuel for the day ahead. Then for lunch you'll receive a delicious packed picnic lunch. Dinner is a mouth-watering delight - the lodge chefs take great delight in preparing superb evening dining. The menu may include such delights as antipasto misto, seared whole roasted sirloin, Hollyford Valley styled roast vegetables and lemon tart. Individual dietary requirements can also be catered for. If you would like wine with your meal please carry in some cash as there is a selection of wines to be bought at the lodges.
The guides are experts on the flora, fauna, history and geology of the area, so you take away so much more than just photographs of beautiful scenery. You'll be enriched with the understanding of the valley, instilled by the staff who share their passion for this special part of the world with you. They will educate and enlighten you with historical tales and interpretation of the environment around you.
All itinerary details and prices are subject to change at any time without prior notice. The Operator reserves the right to alter, amend or cancel any tour should weather conditions or any other situation demand this. The operator will finalise all tour arrangements upon the express condition that they will not be liable for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned either by reason of weather or any defect in any vehicle, vessel or aircraft or through the acts or defaults of any company or persons engaged in conveying passengers, or in carrying out the arrangements of the tours.
Payment:
For bookings four or more months in advance of the departure a 25% deposit can be paid with the remainder due 95 days prior to your trip. For bookings within four months of the departure, full payment is required.
Cancellations:
30 - 89 days from walk departure date: cancellation fee is 50% of the total trip cost
Within 30 days of walk departure date: cancellation fee is 100% of the total trip cost
Once your walk has commenced, there is no refund available for any portion due to any circumstances.
Hiking New Zealand Ltd is not liable for any cost or loss, directly or indirectly, from any personal disruption due to COVID-19. Such costs or losses include, but are not limited to: requirements to follow COVID-19 mandates, flights, accommodation, transfers, and other expenses incurred over and above the tour price. Once your tour has commenced there is no refund available for any portion due to any circumstances. Any decision regarding exceptions to this policy are at the discretion of Hiking New Zealand Ltd or the Operator of the trip if it is not Hiking New Zealand Ltd.
We strongly recommend that you have comprehensive travel insurance.
