DAY 1 - Picton - Ships Cove to Furneaux Lodge
Approx walking time- 5 hours
Approx walking time- 5 hours
 | Pick up from local accommodation. | |
| Eco tour cruise - A full commentary is given as we make our way along the Queen | |
| Charlotte Sound, visit a protected, predator free island. | ||
| Begin the walk at Ships Cove and learn about the historical and natural aspects of | |
| this area. | ||
| Fabulous 360 degree vistas as we walk amongst tree ferns and nikau palms to our | |
| accommodation for this evening at Furneaux Lodge, located beside the water in Endeavour Inlet. | ||
| Take time to explore the expansive grounds and later that evening enjoy a glass of | |
| Marlborough wine with your evening meal. | ||
| Lunch, afternoon tea, three course dinner in the restaurant, a glass of wine and | |
| superior studio accommodation included. |
Day 2 - Furneaux Lodge to Punga Cove
Approx walking time- 4 hours
Approx walking time- 4 hours
| After a relaxed breakfast we make our way around the bay to Punga Cove. | |
| Discover the fascinating mining history of this area. | |
| The highlight of this afternoons walk is the abundance of native bird life along this | |
| section of the track. We make even have the opportunity to meet one of New Zealands cheekiest native birds, the Weka. | ||
| Optional sea kayaking trip, late afternoon. | |
| Tonights accommodation is in comfortable chalets at Punga Cove. | |
| Breakfast, lunch afternoon tea, a glass of wine with your evening meal included. | |
Day 3 - Punga Cove to Portage Resort
Approx walking time 7.5 hours
Approx walking time 7.5 hours
| Todays section of the track involves expansive ridge top walking with stunning | |
| views for the majority of the day. Considered the most challenging day of the trip yet extremely well rewarding. | ||
| For those that feel like a rest the option of taking a water taxi to Portage Resort is | |
| available where you can indulge in a relaxing spa pool while enjoying the beautiful views. | ||
| Accommodation this evening in newly refurbished suites overlooking Kenepuru | |
| Sound. | ||
| Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, a glass of wine with your three course evening meal | |
| included. |
| 4 Day Guided Walk |
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Day 4 - Portage Resort to Anakiwa
Approx walking time 6 hours
Approx walking time 6 hours
| After another gourmet breakfast in the well appointed restaurant we set out for our | |
| final destination, Anakiwa. | ||
| A mixture of established native beech trees and regenerating forest makes up | |
| todays walk. Lunch today is served from a look out point with breathtaking views before making our way to the end of the track. | ||
| Once we arrive in Anakiwa, our water taxi will be waiting to take us back to Picton | |
| where we return around 5.30pm. | ||
| Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and transport back to your Picton accommodation | |
| included. |
4 Day Walking Holiday Packages 1 Nov 2006 - 30 Oct 2007 NZ$1150 per person-single supplement NZ$210 per person Winter Rates May - September NZ$995 4 Day All Inclusive Packages Includes: -Transfers from your local accommodation -Full guiding services, natural, cultural and historical interpretation. Guided walk on predator free island. -Eco-tour cruise to start of track. -All accommodation. -All meals. -Luggage transfers. -Water taxi transport to each lodge if required. -Sea kayaking at Punga Lodge. -Light day bags and walking poles while on the walk. -Special night time glow worm discovery tours. -Return water taxi transport. -Transfers to your Picton accommodation. Cancellation Outside of 28 days: NZ$100 fee applies 28-7 days a 50% refund will be given Within 7 days: no refund given. |
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The Queen Charlotte Track
Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand
Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand
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