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HOLLYFORD TRACK

The Hollyford Track, in New Zealand's Fiordland National Park, is referred to as “the greatest mountains to sea guided walk in the world”.

• There is now just the one three day product with either a fly-out or walk-out option (at the same price)

• The Track is now based on a Queenstown to Queenstown basis.

• Flights out may either be by fixed wing aircraft or helicopter, depending on the weather at the time.

Itinerary:

Pre-tour briefing
Pre-tour briefing begins at 7pm the day before departure The guide will explain the details of the Track, arrange storage for your surplus luggage and hand out raincapes and backpacks to those requiring them.

Three Day Hollyford Track

Day 1: Waterfalls, Pyke River Lodge
Depart at 7 A.M. from Queenstown, picking up guests who opt to overnight at Te Anau, through the Eglington Valley to the start of the Track in the Hollyford Valley. Then walk along the Hollyford River to Pyke River Lodge. (17 km walking)

Day 2: Lakes, Jetboating, Thousand Year-Old Trees
After a short walk to Lake Alabaster enjoy a jetboat ride down the Hollyford River and across Lake McKerrow to the historic site of Jamestown. Meander through ancient Podocarp forest. Arrive at Martin's Bay Lodge by 5 P.M. (12 km walking)

DAY 3: Wildlife Experience, Martin's Bay Beach and Coastline/Scenic Flight to Milford Sound
Walk through rejuvenating forest to the fur seal colony. Travel by jetboat to the beach and explore the sand dunes and lagoon. Return to Martin's 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 the return to Queenstown, arriving back at about 7.30 P.M. (8 km walking)

DAY 3 Walkout Option
An early morning boat journey takes you up Lake McKerrow to the confluence of the Hollyford and Pyke Rivers. Return with your guide to the start of the Walk, return to Queenstown no later than 7.30 P.M.

Milford Sound Cruise Option (at extra cost)
Guests may take the 3 P.M. Milford Sound Cruise, motor coaching back to Te Anau for an overnight stay OR spend the night at Milford Sound on the Milford Mariner. Both options are NOT included in the Routeburn Track price and are at additional cost.

Hollyford Three-Day Wilderness Journey Incudes:

• Pre-tour briefing

• Specialist experienced guide for the complete itinerary

• Motor coach transport from Queenstown (or TeAnau) to the start of the Track

• Lodge accommodation on the Track

• All meals on the Track

• Linen, duvets, towels, shampoo, soap, hair dryers and hot water bottles.

• Jetboat ride

• Scenic flight to Milford Sound (on fly-out options)

• Return motor coach transfer from Milford Sound to Queenstown (excludes optional Milford Sound cruise and Te Anau to Queenstown motor coach fro those staying in Te Anau)

• Use of back packs and rain jackets if required.

Please note:

• No single supplement

• Payment in full is due 6 weeks prior to departure

• A deposit of $250 per person is required to secure a booking

• The pre-departure briefing id held on the day prior to departure

• Deposits are non-refundable within three months of Track departure

• Once the walk is commenced, there is no refund available for any unused portion

• If cancellation, prior to Track departure is advised, the following refund, less deposit, is available:

  • 30-40 days prior -- 80% refund

  • 20-29 days prior -- 70% refund

  • Within 19 days prior to departure, no refund is available

Please enquire for specific departure dates
Prices are  ex Queenstown