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The Queen Charlotte Track, located at the top of
the South Island in the Marlborough
Sounds, is unique for its stunning
coastal views, historical landmarks and wonderful
variety of native bush and wildlife.
Stretching from Ship Cove to Anakiwa, this 71km
track will wrap you in the mystical beauty that
is the Marlborough Sounds, and totally absorb
you for four or five magical days.
The Marlborough Sounds' temperate climate enables
the track to be walked all year round with the
most popular season being from November to May.
Most of the track is wide and benched, and all
major streams have been bridged.
For walkers and bikers alike a moderate level
of fitness and experience is required. If walking
the 71-kilometre trip it can be completed in 3-5
days while biking the track takes approximately
13 hours although completing this over 2 - 3 days
is ideal.
As You Like It
You can start or finish the walk at any of the
points along the way. Better still, there are
guided and freedom walking options available.
Both freedom and guided walkers can have their
packs carried for them from any of the access
points along the track by arrangement
with transport operators.
More Than A Walk . . .
For those with a little more time, or seeking
something a little different, there are many other
activities that can be enjoyed along the way.
These include swimming, fishing, sailing, sea
kayaking, mountain biking, bird watching, diving
and historic side trips. Glow worm grottos add
to the walkway's nightlife. Find
out more about Queen Charlotte Track side trips.
The romance of arriving or departing the walkway
by sea or air adds to the experience and with
its historic interest and many comfortable accommodation
houses along the way serving good food and wine,
it's a respite in paradise.
Whether walking
or biking
the Queen Charlotte Track is one of nature's wonderlands
with stunning Marlborough Sounds views. Immerse
yourself in the area's natural charms by exploring
the Queen Charlotte Track. Enjoy. |
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