Spectacular views abound on this wonderful hiking tour
Enjoy the ease of terrain allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the scenery
Around every corner you'll find more and more stunning viewpoints
Lap up the pristine landscape of Abel Tasman National Park
Choose your walk today, all guaranteeing magnificent views
Spend a week exploring this serene and stunning part of the South Island

Queen Charlotte and Abel Tasman Hike

Duration
7 days
Site savings
$25
From
$2,397 USD

Enjoy full and half-day hikes amidst some of NZ's best scenery as you discover the top of the South Island by foot over 7 days. Sample the finest walks in the upper South Island, including the best sections of the Queen Charlotte and Abel Tasman Tracks on this outstanding itinerary. This fully accommodated walk completes a circuit of the northern South Island, beginning with the stunning Kaikoura Peninsula Walk before taking in the spectacular scenery of the Marlborough Sounds from the Queen Charlotte Track, traveling through to the sublime Abel Tasman National Park and hiking the Nelson Lakes region. The tour starts and ends in Christchurch.

  • Category
    Hiking
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Mixed
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Marvel in the magnificent scenery of the Marlborough Sounds and the Queen Charlotte Sound on this incredible hiking tour. Sail the beautiful coastal waters of the Abel Tasman National Park after a hike to Torrent Bay and take in the panoramic views of Nelson Lakes National Park from the bushline track.

The amazing scenery continues as you divert inland from the coastal trails to Nelson Lakes to complete a circular track that provides wonderful views of craggy mountains and beech forests. Return to Christchurch via Hanmer Springs for a well-deserved soak in its therapeutic hot pools.

This itinerary utilizes formed tracks on all of the walking undertaken. The trekking is as expected for a trip of this introductory grade with no unexpected surprises in steepness. In general, the hikes are of a half-day duration which usually requires around 4 - 5 hours walking. The tracks are well-formed and often have information panels available for additional detail. For you to be able to really enjoy this trip the tour operator recommends that you are to walk comfortably for a few hours at a time (with breaks included) recommend 90 minutes of aerobic type exercise, (either cycling, jogging or power walking) three times a week for the three months leading up to your trip.

Tour inclusions and exclusions at a glance:

What's included?
Items included in the cost of the tour

  • Accommodation
  • Concession fees paid to the Department of Conservation
  • Sailing boat on Abel Tasman trek
  • Packs and poles (on request if required) - please let us know in advance
  • Water and snacks while trekking
  • Tasty cafe breakfasts (x6), gourmet picnic or cafe lunches (x7), two course restaurant dinners (x6) catered to all dietary requirements
  • Experienced guides who handle all the hard bits and share epic stories
  • Private vehicle transport including trailer for luggage
  • Marlborough Sounds Cruise to Motuara Island & Queen Charlotte walkway
  • Water taxi transfers to Torea Bay and from Lochmara Lodge
  • Tasty nutritious snacks, drinks and treats
  • Queen Charlotte Land Cooperative Track Pass
  • Pre departure information kit to help you plan and prepare
What's not included?
Items not included in the cost of the tour

  • International / Domestic flights
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Meals where not specified in the itinerary
  • All beverages, other than breakfast
  • Personal expenses (eg. phone calls, internet, laundry, shopping etc)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visas
  • Water bottle (help us save the environment and bring your own drink bottle or hydration system)
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Tour options and upgrades:

1 tour add-on available