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3 Day Wilderness Experience Guest Information 3 Day Wilderness Experience Guest Information Welcome Pre-Departure Briefings We’re delighted you’ll be joining us on the Hollyford Track We ask that all guests attend the 3 Day Wilderness Experience the briefing. This is where you will pick up your borrowed pack and You’ll be exploring a remote and inspiring well as the captivating stories of the raincoat, meet your fellow walkers landscape that’s remained largely original Māori and early pioneers. and make sure you have everything untouched for thousands of years, from The Hollyford Valley is as unique as it you need for your trip. snow-capped mountain peaks to the is remote, and we want to make sure rugged surf of the west coast. Queenstown The Spire Hotel, you get the best out of your 3 Day 3-5 Church Lane, Queenstown Your expert guide will bring to life the Wilderness Experience. We’ve put diversity of landscapes, vegetation and together a summary of the key facts and Te Anau Distinction Te Anau Hotel wildlife within this beautiful valley, as information you’ll need to know before 64 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau you start your Hollyford journey. We Provide You need to bring Meals A reasonable level of fitness and a light pack will ensure you get the Day 1: Lunch & dinner most from your experience. Day 2: Breakfast, lunch & dinner Day 3: Breakfast & lunch The Hollyford track is mostly well-formed We don’t recommend walking in cotton, A selection of beer, wine and soft but does contain some challenging, silk or demin garments as these are drinks are available for purchase. uneven terrain in parts. unsuitable for Fiordland conditions. Specific dietary requirements can be It’s essential you have comfortable hiking Both our lodges have drying rooms and catered for; please advise our team. boots and that you keep your pack as lightweight, quick-drying clothing has light as possible as you’ll be carrying it for a better chance of drying overnight if it Bedding / Linen / Towels the full length of day 1 (19kms). does get wet. Lodge accommodation is 8 rooms with 2 bunk style beds in each. If you follow our check list opposite, We recommend taking a preventative your pack should weigh no more than approach to blisters, by taping up Toiletries Shampoo & conditioner and 8kg. Once you’ve completed day 1, we’ll pressure points e.g. heels and making shower gel (hair dryers also provided) supply you with a smaller day pack for sure your boots are well worn in. Bathrooms are shared unisex the essentials on days 2 and 3, while your Fiordland is also known for its sandfly facilities at Pyke Lodge and mens / main pack will be transported via jet boat population so insect repellent is essential womens at Martins Bay lodge. between the lodges. and long sleeves are recommended. Walking gear The weather in Fiordland is Whilst we have backpacks and rain Backpacks unpredictable and can change rapidly. It jackets for you to borrow, we advise Day packs is important that you are prepared with bringing your own backpacks and 100% Pack liners the appropriate equipment and clothing. waterproof rain jackets, if you have them, Rain jacket as they are likely to be more comfortable. Walking poles www.hollyfordtrack.com You need to bring Walking Gear Evening Gear Accessories Base layer – wool or First layer – shirt or t-shirt Water bottle – 750ml bottles are polypropylene thermal long recommended as easier to fill up from Mid layer – jersey or sweater sleeve and long leg streams Trouser – lightweight trousers First layer – wool or micro fleece Sunscreen – SPF 30+ or track pants long sleeve Insect repellent (we also recommend Night wear – whatever you Mid layer – warm jersey or jacket anti-histamines if you react badly like to sleep in (wool or fleece, preferably windproof) to bites) Underwear / Socks Outer layer – 100% waterproof Blister pack – ‘Second Skin’ or rain jacket with hood (we can Additional footwear – light shoes, other blister protection provide if you don’t have one) sandals or jandals for the lodges Toiletries – toothbrush, Trouser – quick dry hiking trousers Other toothpaste, deodorant (zip offs give a good shorts option) Travel insurance - we strongly Medications Boots – hiking boots (preferably with recommend all guests, both N.Z. Camera – with memory card / ankle support and well ‘broken-in’!) residents and visitors have this. spare film and charger / batteries Socks – wool or thermal blend Have you made arrangements for Money – credit card or cash for any un-required luggage and/or Hat – wool / fleece for cold & beer, wine and souvenirs vehicle to be stored? peaked / brimmed for when hot Gloves – wool or fleece Waterproof trousers and gaiters (optional) For more information on these points, please see the FAQ section of our website : Walking poles (we can provide www.hollyfordtrack.com/three-day-guided-wilderness-experience/faqs/ these if you need them) www.hollyfordtrack.com.
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