Milford Track Encounter

ITINERARY
Depart Te Anau at 9.30am by coach to Te Anau Downs, take the launch to the head of Lake Te Anau then start 4.8 kilometres/3 mile walk up the Clinton Valley in the Fiordland National Park. We start from Glade House with the clear flowing Clinton River at our side and walk through ancient beech forest as we head for our destination Hirere Falls. You climb 20 metres/60 feet over 2 hours, before returning down the valley. On the return journey a side trek on the Glade Burn track, climbing 120 metres/4000 feet to a viewpoint across Lake Te Anau can be taken by those interested.

FITNESS:
The maximum distance you walk is 10 kilometres/6 miles.This is no harder than a game of golf. It is ideal with those who are uncertain of their ability to complete a longer hike.

Cost:from NZ$190 ; from NZ$120 per child (10 to 15 years)
Departures: Daily from 1 November to 19 April
Duration: 9 hours

INCLUDED:

• Return transfer from Te Anau accommodation
• Return launch cruise across Lake Te Anau
• Experienced guides
• Lunch at historic Glade House
• Morning and afternoon snacks
• Sunscreen lotion
• Insect Repellent
• Day pack on loan if required
• Raingear on loan if required

WHAT TO BRING SUGGESTIONS:

• Warm clothing and a waterproof jacket - weather is changeable (shorts are preferred to pants in the rain)
• Walking boots or shoes are recommended, but sport shoes are adequate
• Daypack to carry spare clothes and camera
• Water bottle

 

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