1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29 November, 2022
1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29 December, 2022
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30 January, 2023
1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20, 22, 23, 25, 26, 28 February, 2023
1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31 March, 2023
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24 April, 2023
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 Nov 2022
- 30 Apr 2023
Adult (ensuite room) NZD $3,350.00
Child (ensuite room) NZD $2,950.00
Single Supplement (ensuite room) NZD $1,510.00
Adult (shared bathroom) NZD $2,950.00
Child (shared bathroom) NZD $2,550.00
Single Supplement (own room, shared bathroom) NZD $1,330.00
Period 1 Oct 2023
- 31 Jan 2024
Adult (ensuite suite) NZD $3,595.00
Child (ensuite room) NZD $3,100.00
Single Supplement (ensuite room) NZD $1,570.00
Adult (shared bathroom) NZD $3,095.00
Child (shared bathroom) NZD $2,680.00
Single Supplement (own room, shared bathroom) NZD $1,385.00
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
Adult (shared bathroom) NZD $3,245.00
Child (shared bathroom) NZD $2,830.00
Single Supplement (own room, shared bathroom) NZD $1,385.00
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
Adult (shared bathroom) NZD $3,095.00
Child (shared bathroom) NZD $2,680.00
Single Supplement (own room, shared bathroom) NZD $1,385.00
6.30pm on Day 1
Te Anau: Distinction Luxmore Hotel, 41 Town Centre, 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 of exploration, you’ll arrive at a warm and dry lodge, to a hearty welcome and fine cuisine. The evening of Day 2 is spent at Pyke River Lodge, at the confluence of the Hollyford and Pyke Rivers. Night 3 is spent at Martins Bay Lodge, close to the mouth of the Hollyford River.
The lodges are a great place to unwind, watch the beauty of the night descending and reflect on your day. They have unlimited hot water. Bathroom facilities are shared or you may upgrade to an ensuite room. Towels, duvets and linen are all provided. The lodge bedrooms are queen (ensuite upgrade only) or they are twin share rooms, and should you be travelling alone, every effort will be made to accommodate you privately. However, when the group is at maximum capacity (16) this may not be possible. The lodges run on generator power, and usage is conserved by turning out lights at 11:00pm. If you wish to read later, please pack a torch. At times, alternative accommodation to the itinerary may be used for night 1.
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.
