If you're independent of spirit . . .

As Queen Charlotte Track specialists, the tours featured on this website offer value for money, exceptional service and a commitment to the track environment.

Our independent walking packages offer the freedom of unguided tramping, but with added luxuries like pre-arranged accommodation and lunches. We have arranged a series of package options for travellers from the more basic but comfortable budget options through to the most exclusive boutique properties and five star resorts available within access to the track. This range of packages have specially designed for you to cater for your every desire and need. 

As a general rule, if you are more independent of spirit but would still like certain elements such as your accommodation, transport and daily lunch arranged, then the independent packages are for you. Or, perhaps you want a custom package designed – we can do that for you too!

If you would like an upmarket tour with an emphasis on gourmet food and wine with everything provided including interpretation on the area, then a guided walk is for you.

Another offering for all our independent walkers is a guided visit to the Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary in the outer Queen Charlotte Sound prior to starting your walk at Ship Cove. For an additional $50 per person, join with one of our knowledgeable local guides to visit this rarely visited sanctuary accessed by boat en route to the start of the track and experience a close encounter with New Zealand wildlife.

Motuara Island has a new loop track for summer 2008/2009, a lookout with spectacular 360 degree views of the surrounding islands, Cook Strait and the North Island on a clear day as well as some amazing birdlife including South Island Saddleback (Tieke) which is extinct on the New Zealand mainland as well as friendly bush robins, little blue penguins and stately wood pigeons (kereru).

It truly is a special addition to your Queen Charlotte Track experience - all you need to do is select this tour extra on booking.

Click on the independent walking packages below for more detailed information and bookings:

Standard Four Day Independent Walk

Standard Five Day Independent Walk

Boutique Five Day Independent Walk