If you’re looking for overnight hikes near Queenstown, you’ve got quite a few options thanks to the epic hut system. This post will contain four lovely overnight hikes near Queenstown that suit a variety of abilities. Sidenotes: I consider an overnight...
The Sharks Tooth Peak Track is an advanced hike, with a steady ascent up to the 2096 metre summit. There are a few hikes with a similar name, but this Sharks Tooth we’re talking about is the hike in Mount Aspiring National Park starting from the Raspberry Flat...
The Little Criffel Track is a tough 18km circuit that takes you into the Pisa Conservation Area between Cardrona and Wanaka. The track isn’t super well known, but if you want something off the beaten path that gives you some unique views, this is an awesome...
There are a surprising number of things to do in Gibbston. It’s not all wine! Located a 30-minute drive from Queenstown, Gibbston (often called Gibbston Valley) is a great place to spend a couple of days exploring. This post will cover all the Gibbston...
The Glenroy Water Race Track is a big 28-30km day hike starting in Gibbston Valley. As an out-and-back hike, there are various points where you can turn around but if you’re going the full distance to the summit of Ben Cruachan, you can expect to walk nearly...
