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7 DAYS 6 DAY WALK
5 NIGHTS HOTEL/MOTEL 1 NIGHT ECO LODGE
6 BREAKFASTS & DINNERS; 7 LUNCHES,
IMAGE: Trekking above Marlborough Sounds | Ross Daubney
8 DAYS 8 DAYS TREKKING
4 NIGHTS ALPINE HUT 3 NIGHTS CAMPING
7 BREAKFASTS & DINNERS; 8 LUNCHES
IMAGE: Trekkers on the Gillespie & Rabbit Pass trek
marlborough sounds & abel tasman trails
gillespie & rabbit pass trek
an exciting blend of remote and iconic walks on the upper south island
spectacular alpine trekking along new zealand's most challenging wilderness route
highlights
• Enjoy full and half day hikes amidst some of NZ's best scenery
• Marvel in the magnificent scenery of the Marlborough Sounds and the Queen Charlotte Sound
• Relax in the comfort and hospitality of your own private eco lodge
• Sail the beautiful coastal waters of the Abel Tasman National Park after the hike to Torrent Bay
• Take in the panoramic views of Nelson Lakes National Park from the bushline track
• Climb to the summit of Mt Isobel at 1324 metres
brief itinerary
DAY 1 | Join Christchurch, scenic drive
to Picton via Kaikoura 2 | Day walk on Queen Charlotte Track 3 | Drive to the start of Nydia track and walk to remote eco lodge 4 | Ascend saddle and descend back to vehicle, drive to Motueka 5 | Trek on Abel Tasman Walkway to Torrent Bay and return by yacht 6 | Drive to Nelson Lakes National Park, walk to Mt Robert viewpoint 7 | Drive remote backcountry track with side trip to nearby summit
for panoramic views before driving to Christchurch where trip concludes
inclusions
MEALS: 6 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners ACCOMMODATION: 5 nights motel/hotel on a twin share basis, 1
WHEN TO GO
highlights
• Challenge yourself on what is regarded as NZ's hardest guided trek
• Experience real kiwi-style tramping away from main tourist trails
• Immerse yourself in the stunning landscape surrounded by glacier covered peaks and waterfalls
• Enjoythesolitudeandsimplicityof remote alpine huts & hidden camp sites
• Spot the endangered Kea, the only alpine parrot on earth
• Accomplish the legendary Waterfall Face and Rabbit Pass (only in suitable weather conditions)
• Devour pancakes for your last breakfast to celebrate your week
brief itinerary
DAY 1 | Depart Wanaka for the Young Valley 2 | Ascend to Gillespie Pass for great views of the Southern Alps 3 | Descend to mountain hut via Siberia Valley 4 | Follow an alpine stream to the Upper Wilkin Valley
5 | Day trip to Lake Castilla 6 | Cross Rabbit Pass via Waterfall Flat 7 | Hike through open river flats and ancient forests then up to our alpine camp
8 | Descend to valley floor, return to Wanaka where the tour concludes
inclusions
MEALS: 7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners ACCOMMODATION: 7 nights in alpine huts or pre-placed camps GUIDES: Professional guide(s) TRANSPORT:
WHEN TO GO
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night eco lodge with shared facilities GUIDES: Professional guide(s) TRANSPORT: Private transport and support vehicle EQUIPMENT: Use of
day packs and walking poles (on request) PLUS: Water taxi to Queen Charlotte walkway • Abel Tasman sailing yacht transfer • Access fees paid to
the Department of Conservation
Private transport from Wanaka to the trail head EQUIPMENT: All camping equipment including sleeping bags from day 4 PLUS: Access fees paid to the Department of Conservation
Mt Aspiring National Park
Wanaka
New Zealand
Motueka
Nelson Lakes
South Island
Nelson Picton Kaikoura
Christchurch