What do you wear on routeburn?
Must Haves in Your Pack (Apart from the obvious things)
- Headlamps.
- Earplugs.
- A strong pack liner.
- One dry set of clothes that you only wear at the huts that is in a dry bag while hiking.
- Dry bag.
- Easy to prepare food options like Back Country Cuisine.
- Collapsible cup & Spork to save weight and space.
- Insect repellent.
Is the Routeburn Track hard?
Level of difficulty: Moderate. Track Terrain: The track is reasonably smooth, with some steep rocky sections. Your adventure begins with a coach ride from Queenstown to the Divide on the scenic Milford Road, stopping at Te Anau for morning tea.
How is the weather in New Zealand in April?
April is mid-autumn in New Zealand, and in general, daytime temperatures are moderately warm, nighttime temperatures cool, and rainfall higher than in the summer. Further south, cities like Wellington and Christchurch can be quite cool in April, with average highs around 60° F (16° C). Nights will be colder.
Where is best weather in New Zealand?
The sunniest areas, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay and Nelson/Marlborough, receive over 2,350 hours of sunshine. As New Zealand observes daylight saving, during summer months daylight can last up until 9.30pm.
Can you swim on the Routeburn Track?
Those wishing for showers or baths can enjoy the number of waterfalls or swimming holes on the track.
Are there sandflies on the Routeburn Track?
Sandflies definitely swarm in parts of the Abel Tasman. Have seen the occasional one around Hanmer but not many. Most parts of the South Island near native bush (beech trees) seem to have them. Farmland areas not so much.
Which is harder Routeburn or Milford?
The Milford Track is 53.5km / 33.2mi. Routeburn is 32km / 19.8mi. Though it’s a shorter trek, the Routeburn is slightly harder with moderate-steep ascents and descents.
Are there toilets on the Routeburn Track?
If a day walk, then you can use the hut toilets. There is also one half way to the Flats Hut from the road end at the Glenorchy end. If staying overnight, you must camp 500m from the track.
What is the weather like March and April in New Zealand?
Average March high temperatures are in the high 60s F (around 19-21° C) in the upper North Island, the low 60s F (17° C) in central parts of the country (including Wellington and the upper South Island), and high 50s F (15° C) further south, including Queenstown and Dunedin.
How often does it rain on the Routeburn Track?
In Fiordland National Park, the weather changes quickly and the warden told us that the Routeburn Track gets between four and five metres of rain per year. It’s likely that you’ll be receiving some of it on the trail!
What is the Routeburn Track?
Here’s the essential info: What is the Routeburn Track? The Routeburn Track is a multi-day hike from Glenorchy to the Divide in the South Island of New Zealand and is 33 km long, crossing through both Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks.
How long does it take to walk the Routeburn trail?
Walk the full track. Most walkers take 3 days/2 nights usually staying at Routeburn Falls and Lake Mackenzie Huts. The trip can be extended by also staying at other huts, or made into a circuit by linking with the Greenstone and Caples Tracks, which starts and finishes near the Routeburn Shelter. Enjoy a day walk.
Can you walk to Routeburn Falls?
Wind through the Routeburn gorge along the crystal-clear Route Burn (river). Follow the cascade of Routeburn Falls. Take in spectacular views of the Hollyford valley and Darren Mountains. Walk right past Earland Falls (174 m). The Routeburn Track can be walked in either direction. Walk the full track.