You can take this tour anywhere between september and may. Navigate the trail on your smartphone with the singletracks iphone or android app. Please check queen charlotte track map and marlborough sounds overview. For more information consult parkmap marlborough sounds or topo50 maps bq28 havelock, bq29 waikawa and bp29 endeavour inlet. Queen charlotte walking track map marlborough, new. Queen charlotte track mountain bike trail map and elevation profile. Queen charlotte sound totaranui is the easternmost of the main sounds of the marlborough sounds, in new zealands south island in august 2014, the name of the sound was officially altered to queen charlotte sound totaranui as part of. Booking your transport with the marlborough sounds premier water transport company, the cougar line, is simple book your place on our boat, tell us where you want to go, hand us your pack and sit back and enjoy the wonder of the queen charlotte sounds and track. Queen charlotte track marlborough sounds new zealand. Book here for your complete unguided queen charlotte track experience including boat transfers, your choice of accommodation and free pack transfers. The queen charlotte track is 71kms of amazing coastal scenery and native bush. The queen charlotte track map pdf, 787k opens in new window on this website and in the queen charlotte track brochure is not a route guide and we recommend that walkers and mountain bikers who require more detailed map information purchase a topographic or similar map. Comfortable standard ensuite rooms, luggage transfers and daily lunch. Youve summed up the track experience so well and good to hear you celebrated with a cold beer at the end of the day.
Charlotte county, fl map books from marketmaps are detailed and portable. Several data layers are maintained on the charlotte county gis website such as. The accommodations are all excellent and are to be found right next to the track, snuggled up to queen charlotte sound and kenepuru sound. Queen charlotte track mountain bike trail map, elevation. When you have eliminated the javascript, whatever remains must be an empty page. P queen charlotte track is the marlborough sounds section of te araroathe long athway, a hiking trail the length of new zealand, from cape reinga to bluff. Walking facts queen charlotte track marlborough sounds. The special projects division is one of three divisions of the community development department and is responsible for all mapping requests from internal county departments as well as citizens. Queen charlotte sound in the marlborough sounds is famous for the walking and mountain biking queen charlotte track a stroll from tirimoana house. Mountain biking is a great alternative to walking the queen charlotte track. Selfguided queen charlotte track walk from picton 2020.
Another informative website is a run by a member based marketing organisation for the queen charlotte track. The queen charlotte track guided and unguided walk in the marlborough sounds new zealand. The queen charlotte track in the marlborough sounds has rapidly become known as the finest and most diverse coastal track. Wow thats fantastic you saw dolphins on the way to your queen charlotte track experience we are so lucky to have a number of different species of dolphin reside in the queen charlotte sound. Queen charlotte walking track is a trail in marlborough. Experiencing the queen charlotte track could not be easier than with the cougar line. These applications have maps which show parcel level detail and have datasets that are free to use and download. Sections of the track are on private land and a queen charlotte track land cooperative q. Early maori spoke of two different legends of the formation of the marlborough sounds and new zealand. It is possible to walk it in three days, but youll have to move at a much faster pace and will have less time to enjoy the beauty of the area. Download queen charlotte track gps map data and view the topographic trail map.
Add to my trip view my trip download queen charlotte track map twitter facebook. Queen charlotte track marlborough local activities. Download a map of the queen charlotte track in the marlborough sounds. Hiking the queen charlotte track was a highlight of my time in new zealand, especially with good food, comfortable beds, and cold beer along the way. Independent queen charlotte track first light travel.
The queen charlotte track is very popular and therefore you will have to book quite far in advance in order to be successful for us to confirm the dates you request, especially if you wish to travel in the height of the season which is february and march. Much of the queen charlotte track is grade 3 intermediate, although some technical sections bump it up to grade 4 advanced in places. The trail itself is beautiful, worth spending all the time you have hiking it, but there are some travellers who might not wish to camp or stay in a hut along the way. Queen charlotte track picton 2020 all you need to know. The queen charlotte track stretches 70 kilometres from the legendary ship cove at the head of queen charlotte. Choose from three walks of varying length and challenge, with options that may include ship cove, endeavor inlet or torea bay. Roundtrip boat service takes you to the start of your route and picks you up at the end. Queen charlotte track, marlborough sounds tramping new.
Walking and mountain biking dont get much better than this. Mountain bike queen charlotte track marlborough sounds. Explore the marlborough sounds on foot with one of the popular selfguided walks on the queen charlotte track. This is a magical encounter for all the senses both on and off the track. The queen charlotte track is 72km 45 miles long and most people walk it in four days. Located at the top of the south island, in the marlborough sounds, the queen charlotte track is quickly becoming one of new zealands classic walks and a must do on every international or domestic visitors itinerary. Stretching between the bay of islands and hokianga harbour, pou herenga tai twin coast cycle trail reveals pretty coastal and inland scenery, and the stories of how.
The queen charlotte track winds through 71km of the south islands marlborough sounds. Charlotte county, fl map books are easy to use and read. While furneaux lodge is the nicest place to stay in that part of endeavour inlet, its not the only option. Heres a 25 image slideshow from the queen charlotte track giving an indication of the general track conditions and sights along the way, if you need any further. Queen charlotte cycle track marlborough, new zealand. Included in this pass is the free transfer of your luggage to each accommodation along the way. My girlfriend and i did the 4 day queen charlotte walk last week with ray as our guide. About queen charlotte track walks marlborough sounds. The queen charlotte track is touted as the next new zealand great walk and for good reason.
Cougar line offers a wide range of transport options to get to the queen charlotte track in the marlborough sounds new zealand. Picton is the gateway to the queen charlotte track and wider marlborough sounds area. How to enjoy the best 24 hours on queen charlotte track, nz. City of charlottes open data portal which contains datasets for download such as city employee salaries, and much more.
Four sections of abandoned historic birdle path was rediscovered which had been constructed over 150 years ago, adding significant heritage to the pathway. Picton marlborough new zealand, visitor information guide. Queen charlotte walking track is situated nearby to portage. Explore the magnificent marlborough sounds in new zealand via the 70 km queen charlotte track. Read our hiking guide on how to arrange boat transport to the trek, where to stay. All your accommodation, daily packed lunch, luggage transfers and picton water taxi pick ups or drop offs are arranged.
Track your ride beta allows you to plot, save, share your ride, and. As marlboroughs most experienced adventure tour operator on the queen charlotte track, we have an unsurpassed knowledge of how hikers like to enjoy this stunning walk. A guide to planning the queen charlotte track hiking in. If you dont have the time needed to complete the whole track, our one day guided walk on the queen charlotte track from ship cove to endeavour inlet is a great introduction to this popular trail. A detailed guide to walking the queen charlotte track in. Neither of us had done a walk before so didnt know quite what to expect. Hiking queen charlotte track marlborough sounds new zealand. Lodge accommodation on queen charlotte track walkway. This ticket will take you to any entry point on the track and return you from any exit point view track map. Visitors to the queen charlotte track, renowned for its stunning views and contrasting landscape, historical landmarks and wonderful. How i hiked the 72 km of the multiday queen charlotte track, in the marlborough soundsnorth of new zealands south island. Best to take 2 or 3 days, this ride requires a good level of fitness as there are some steep climbs.
Pass is required to walk or ride the track in these sections which are between kenepuru saddle and davies bay near anakiwa. Glorious views over the magnificent queen charlotte sound, stunning native forest and the welldeserved gourmet reputation of the marlborough area all work in concert to make a tremendously pleasurable immersive experience. Queen charlotte track walk 4 day selfguided walking tour. Hiking the queen charlotte track on new zealands south island. Head of endeavour inlet, queen charlotte sound website. Walk the queen charlotte track endtoend from ship cove to anakiwa. Showcasing some of new zealands most amazing landscapes, our 22 great rides are also an exciting and environmentally sustainable way to reach mustsee sights and activities. Queen charlotte sound is truly a majestic place to visit. You can then hike the new zealand queen charlotte track at your leisure. With a choice of accommodation options ranging from camping to luxury, the queen charlotte track will. The trail is well signposted but remote in parts, so riders should carry a map, plenty of water and food, basic tool kit, and cellphone although coverage will be patchy. Hiking guide to queen charlotte track laidback trip. It is normally walked in four or five days starting at ship cove and finishing at anakiwa.
Stretching between the queen charlotte and keneperu sounds lies the queen charlotte track, unique partnership between the department of conservation doc, marlborough district council and private landowners. The round trip track pass is the easiest and most economical way to walk the queen charlotte track. Multiday hike queen charlotte track offers spectacular views of marlborough sounds therefore, it is one of the most popular treks on new zealands south island. I did the track in full, on a budget, selfguided, carrying my own backpack and camping. Our packages are designed to ensure that no matter if you are a guided or independent hiker, your walking experience on the queen charlotte track is complete and comprehensive. Activities include marlborough wine tours, cruises, sea kayaking, scenic flights, water taxis, fishing etc. Located in queen charlotte soundtotaranui area in the marlborough region.
The 72km long queen charlotte track is a perfect way to take in the intricate land and waterscapes of the queen charlotte and kenepuru sounds, with stunning ridgeline views across both waterways. It is commonly reached via the interisland ferry from wellington, or by road from airports in blenheim airport 20 minutes drive away or nelson 2 hours. There are plenty of options to walk one section of. The city and county have and share a great deal of data. For those with limited time, you can take a 3 day queen charlotte track independent walk package from picton at the top of the south island of new zealand. Queen charlotte walk track 6 day selfguided walk new. Charlotte track visit queen charlotte sound website. Queen charlotte track 35 day walk marlborough sounds nz.
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