Queen Charlotte Track (Unescorted)
(Ex Picton) New Zealand - Thu 19th March 2020

We welcome you to experience one of our self-guided group walking holidays, developed for solo Adventurous Women ® â„¢ travellers who have the confidence to hike without the services of a guide or tour escort, but would really like to share their experience with like-minded women.


The Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track, at the top of the South Island, is fast becoming the place of choice for visitors looking for wilderness and adventure - yet with all the comforts!

The Track offers a mixture of coastal walking and native bush, and winds through the stunning sunken river valleys of the Marlborough Sounds. It starts at Ship Cove and finishes 70km later at Anakiwa and is generally walked over 4 days, however we've factored in an additional day so that you have the opportunity to rest, relax and rejuvenate, while taking in the beautiful surrounds.  If you're looking to add in another experience on your leisure day, we can arrange guided sea kayaking tours for those interested (subject to minimum numbers and weather conditions)

 

Adventurous Women ® â„¢ are offering 12 lucky ladies the opportunity to join together and support one another while experiencing one of New Zealand's most sought after walks.

Highlights

● Known as the finest and most diverse coastal track in New Zealand
● Panoramic ocean views & magnificent native forest
● Encounters with the likes of weka, fantail, bell bird, wood pigeon and even seals
● Pack Free - No Heavy Backpacks!
● Superior & Luxury Accommodation with stunning views

Itinerary

Includes

2 nights luxury waterfront apartment accommodation in Picton
4 nights superior, sea view twin share or double accommodation while on track, with own private ensuite (Endeavour Suite at Furneaux Lodge, Fern/Frond at Punga Cove & Tui at Portage Resort)
Pre-Trek Training Guide
Water transport to and from track
Queen Charlotte Track Pass
Luggage transfers
Picton transfers to and from water taxi
Information pack including track guide
Comprehensive pre-walk briefing, logistical support while on track
Adventurous Women^® Peak Cap & Luggage Tag
Free 12 Month Adventure Club Membership valued at $59.95 (existing club members who book, receive an additional 12 months for free)
AW Group Coordination - Get to know your travel buddies prior to departure through our 'private' online community (or face to face depending upon location of traveller)
4 Lunches
4 Breakfasts

Excludes

Meals not stated in the itinerary
Drinks & Snacks
Flights - Travel to/from Picton
Travel Insurance
Items of a personal nature
A single supplement will apply if single occupancy is required in any of the accommodation

Accommodation

2 Nights Accommodation in Picton - Twin Share in 2 or 3 bedroom Luxury Apartment (Unless Single Supplement Requested):

The group will stay in a mix of luxurious, fully self-contained apartments located right on Picton's waterfront. Each apartments offers a huge balcony from which you can soak up the stunning views of the marina and Marlborough Sounds.

 

On Track Accommodation - Twin Share Superior rooms (Unless Single Supplement Requested):

Furneaux Lodge - comprises the original historic homestead, now home to the restaurant and bar, and ensuite units all set in delightfully picturesque grounds. Furneaux Lodge has an excellent restaurant for dinner and breakfasts. This package stays in upmarket studio suites with private ensuite and views out to the bay.

Punga Cove Chalets - Nestled amidst the native bush, Punga Cove’s well-appointed individual chalets have views to the bay beyond and are a welcome respite after a day’s walk. The restaurant where you dine for dinner and breakfast has an impressive view from its position high on a promontory over Endeavour Inlet. Your accommodation is the Fern or Frond chalets each with a private balcony and ensuite.

Portage Resort - The Portage Hotel is nestled at the narrowest point between Queen Charlotte & Kenepuru Sounds with a wonderful view into Kenepuru Sound. This well-established accommodation place has a reputation for a fine restaurant and features natural timber chalets. This package stays in the Tui ensuite rooms.

What To Bring/Wear

- Pre departure trip notes will be supplied one month prior to departure, however our suggested gear list is below to help you plan/prepare:
- Parka or raincoat
- Warm jacket
- Warm/thermal top (polypropylene)
- T-shirt
- Warm pants
- Shorts
- Woollen/polypropylene socks
- Strong shoes or lightweight boots
- Sun hat / Sunglasses / Sunscreen / Insect Repellent
- Warm/ Insulated hat
- Day pack (available to hire)
- Drink bottle (at least 1 litre)
- Blister patches/moleskin/lambs’ wool
- Change of clothes to wear at the lodge(s) – smart casual is fine.
- Toiletries / Any required medication
- Nightwear
- Additional/spare supplies relating to specific dietary needs
- Swimsuit & towel & sandals for beach wear - Optional
- A walking stick/hiking poles - Optional

More Information

 

EARLY BIRD OFFER VALID FOR BOOKINGS RECEIVED BY 31ST AUGUST, 2019 - $200.00 COMBO TOUR DISCOUNT - Flying all the way to NZ and want to do more?  Then why not check out our Abel Tasman Track Walking Holiday!  If you book on both at the same time, you receive $100.00 discount off each tour!!  NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER OFFER

No Princess Policy

The No Princess Policy for our Self Guided Group Packages is really just about considering the needs of others when travelling as part of a group. It's about being inclusive, patient, kind, tolerant and respectful of others... After-all, you've chosen to take part in a 'group' travel experience.

Also, unless you're travelling with a friend and wish to room with them the whole time, we mix things up whereby at each different place of accommodation, we room you with a different lady from the group. We find this is a perfect way to bond the group while alleviating any potential annoyances that may occur if sharing with the same person the whole time.

 

Our Self Guided Group Packages are designed to provide you with the best of both worlds - walk with a buddy, walk alone .... walk at your own pace, and then of an evening, get to know your new room mate, before joining with the rest of the ladies to share experiences of the day over a glass of wine (or soft) and a meal.