Routeburn Experience 🧝♂️🧝♀️
The Routeburn Track is one of New Zealand's Great Walks located close to Glenorchy. The track is a beautiful painting from the start to the end. The track can be accessed from either the Routeburn Shelter (near Glenorchy) or The Divide (near Te Anau). Tip is to stay at Mrs. Woolly’s Campground before starting the long hiking day.
Routeburn track 🧝♂️
The Routeburn Track is one of New Zealand's Great Walks with a distance of 33 km. The track can be accessed from either the Routeburn Shelter (near Glenorchy) or The Divide (near Te Anau). We parked our car at the Routeburn Shelter and started our trip there. After about 1.5 to 2 hours of walking, we reached Routeburn Falls Hut and the spectacular Routeburn Falls. This is a great spot to take a break, refill your water bottles, and admire the cascading waterfall before continuing on 🐸. From Routeburn Falls, the track starts to climb steadily, eventually leading you above the treeline and offering views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. After approximately another 2 to 3 hours of hiking, we reached the Harris Saddle at 1,255 meters above sea level. The saddle provides panoramic vistas in all directions, including stunning views of Lake Harris below. After all this beauty, we turned and walked the whole way back to the Routeburn Shelter. If we believe our phones, we hiked 37 km with lots of elevation, but it was all worth it! 🤠
Conical Hill
We decided to take the side trip to Conical Hill, because we were feeling adventurous, and the weather was great. Conical Hill offers even more expansive views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. At the summit (1 hour up), with an elevation of approximately 1,517 meters, we were rewarded with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama with distant lakes and even sea views 🐉.
Mrs Woolly’s Campground
Mrs. Woolly's Campground in Glenorchy, New Zealand, nestled at the head of Lake Wakatipu. Our stay was made unforgettable by the most amazing sunrise. As the first light of dawn crept over the majestic mountains, it bathed the landscape in a golden light. The serene beauty of the moment was a perfect start to our day, highlighting the campground's exceptional location and the tranquil ambiance that defines Mrs. Woolly's. With its excellent amenities, friendly staff, and stunning surroundings, it’s no wonder this campground is a favorite 🏕️.