Walk New Zealand's Abel Tasman & Queen Charlotte
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Small Group
Average
Rating
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Walk New Zealand's Abel Tasman & Queen Charlotte
5 days
Small Group
Moderate
Average
English
Experience Overview
With a soundtrack of bellbirds and a backdrop of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, set off on an unforgettable hike along New Zealand’s Queen Charlotte Track.
With a soundtrack of bellbirds and a backdrop of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, set off on an unforgettable hike along New Zealand’s Queen Charlotte Track. Over five days, you’ll join a local leader on walks to secluded bays, coves and native forest, learning about the region’s rich Maori history as you go. Venture through Nelson Lakes National Park, explore Abel Tasman National Park via kayak and finish each day at your cosy lodge accommodation – a perfect way to recharge your battery.
Highlights
- Hike sections of the Queen Charlotte Track with a local leader. Weave your way through some of the most beautiful scenery of the South Island and learn about the region’s history.
- Explore Nelson Lakes National Park as you hike the Mt Robert Circuit. Take in the coastal views over Lake Rotoiti as you walk around the northern face of Pourangahau (Mount Robert).
- Walk the final part of the Abel Tasman Coast track and look for native birds like fantails and wood pigeons along the way. Maybe rent a kayak or simply relax by the beach in Marahau in your free time.
- Rest your head each night at your cosy lodge accommodation in the heart of New Zealand’s best National Parks.
- Take a water taxi through Malborough Sounds – an extensive network of sheltered inlets, clear waters, sandy bays and forested hills at the northern end of the South Island.
Trip Details
5 days
Private vehicle, Water Taxi
Small Group
English
Picton, New Zealand
Picton, New Zealand
Moderate
Walking & Trekking
Average
Itinerary
Included Activities:
- Resolution Bay - Meretoto to Endeavour Inlet Track
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Punga Cove - Big Bay to Punga Cove Track
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Portage Bay - Packed Lunch
- Portage Bay - Kenepuru Saddle to Portage Bay Track
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 5 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
With a soundtrack of bellbirds and a backdrop of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, set off on an unforgettable hike along New Zealand’s Queen Charlotte Track.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 09 Oct 2026
Customer Reviews
04/20/2024
Stunning, beautiful 3 day hike through the Marlborough Sound. Accommodation is warm and cosy, boat transfers easily conducted and you leave with a greater appreciation of the utter sereneness that is New Zealand. Also, so many birds to see!
03/15/2024
Our trip leader Jef was friendly, informative and pleasant. It was easy to have conversations with him about a wide variety of topics. He had a good sense of humour and my wife and I learned a lot. We would happily go on another trip led by Jef.
Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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04/20/2024
Stunning, beautiful 3 day hike through the Marlborough Sound. Accommodation is warm and cosy, boat transfers easily conducted and you leave with a greater appreciation of the utter sereneness that is New Zealand. Also, so many birds to see!
03/15/2024
Our trip leader Jef was friendly, informative and pleasant. It was easy to have conversations with him about a wide variety of topics. He had a good sense of humour and my wife and I learned a lot. We would happily go on another trip led by Jef.
03/03/2023
An organised tour with Intrepid was a great way to hike the Queen Charlotte. Having a guide provided a level of confidence as it's been a while since I've done any multi-day hiking. Accommodation, transport and some meals were sorted so nothing to do but turn up and walk.
03/04/2023
This is an excellent walk and felt pretty manageable (day 3 was quite long but definitely doable). You get a great range of scenery and it’s totally hassle free! Would 10/10 recommend
11/14/2022
Intrepid offer the best group tours all over the world. Our Queen Charlotte walk did not disappoint and was as wonderful as all the others I've experienced. Good value, good accommodation good sized groups and fantastic guides. Intrepid tours always run smoothly.
11/14/2022
Breathtaking views coupled with a well executed itinerary create an uplifting and unforgettable experience.
11/14/2022
The trip was well organised and our guide ‘Snowy’ was great company who took the time to interact well with everyone. We had a great mix of people. The walk is challenging but comfortable and the accommodation is great. Only gripe is the Lodges need to invest in fans for warmer months.
11/19/2022
This trip offers the best of the NZ outdoors whilst walking in the spectacular Marlborough Sounds. Listening to the birdsong in the forest, watching (and potentially swimming with) dolphins, seals and stingrays, from a nature perspective this trip has it all. Then add in top-notch accommodation, stunning views everywhere you look, excellent food and wine, what more could you ask for on an Intrepid trip!
02/10/2022
A beautiful part of the country, especially if you have good weather. But a knowledgeable kiwi guide would be essential. If possible clarify this before commiting.
12/27/2021
A great mix of good hiking & lovely accommodation to relax in at the end of each day
12/06/2021
An easy and fun 3 days of walking for those used to walking , The views are spectacular, so remember to bring a camera to capture the changing colours. The Local legends sets the mood and the accommodation and food are treats and well earned after a day’s exercise
11/21/2021
Our tramp of Queen Charlotte Tramp went really well, the accommodation and food were excellent, fortunately the weather was kind. It was great to see other trampers along the way, the track we covered and views along the way gives a true perspective of the amazing coastline contained within the Sound.
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