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Accommodation is based on share twin. That's
two singles or one double sharing a room.
If you are single and want to stay that way
we can arrange single rooms.
 In
Tuatapere we stay at the Waiau Hotel with
twin share and double rooms with ensuite.
On the trail we stay in public DOC huts.
These range from 10 to 12 person huts with
open design bunks. They have a fire, running
cold water and outside toilets. You will
be asked to carry your own sleeping bags,
we have some light weight versions available
for loan. We supply drops at several huts
but you may be asked to assist with carrying
some light food supplies and your own eating equipment.
All crockery and cooking
equipment are provided and you may be asked
to help carry some of these items.
Tuatapere is 195km from Queenstown, 100km
from Te Anau and 86km from Invercargill
on the Southern Scenic Route. The track
office and Tuatapere Information Centre
is at 31 Orawia Road. Pop in here for updates
on weather and track conditions, browse
the shop for all your tramping needs or
check out the Bushman's Museum.
Scenic Shuttle operates a daily service departing Invercargill
2pm (pick up from 1.30pm) and Te Anau at 8:15am (pick up
from 7:45am). Sausage Shuttles operates on demand from
Te Anau at 5.30 pm. Shuttles from Queenstown depart at
2pm and connect via Te Anau.
On the completion of your walk we can arrange a same day
shuttle to Te Anau and Queenstown. If you require transport
to Invercargill you will need to stay an extra night in
Tuatapere with Scenic Shuttles departing at 9.30am.
Shuttles to and from Tuatapere are included
in the package. Feel free to contact
us to help arrange transfers from other locations.
A high level of fitness is required.
To enjoy your walk you need to be able
to walk for 6 – 8 hours over 11 – 16km
( 7 - 10 miles ) each day. We go
up and down some serious hills and over
high passes. The track can be
wet and muddy at times.
Is unpredictable. Extreme conditions can
develop at any time. Be prepared for cold
and wet weather and have warm waterproof
equipment. It makes it even nicer when it
is warm and sunny:
We will provide all
food, snacks, cooking and kitchen equipment,
linen and maps. You provide and
carry a backpack, personal and hiking
equipment. We have packs and wet weather
gear available if required but please
advise in advance.
A good pair of comfortable walking boots
is essential. The walking is a mixture
of bush walking, alpine walking, steep
descent, mud and quite possibly wading
rivers... Some people like
to use gaiters and or walking sticks.
You will need to carry only your own personal
belongings, your sleeping
bag and eating utensils during the day.
For our comprehensive list of things to bring click here.
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