Queen Charlotte Track
Explore the Queen Charlotte Track with Wilderness Guides
For over 23 years, Wilderness Guides has led visitors through The Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track. From hiking or mountain biking the scenic trails, kayaking the azure, blue waters or a combination of all three, the experienced team at Wilderness Guides are known for creating unforgettable experiences.
The Queen Charlotte Track, New Zealand’s longest dual-purpose trail, offers a journey through the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds. Stretching 73km from Ship Cove/Meretoto in the north to Anakiwa in the south, the track takes you through the tranquil Endeavour Inlet and along ridgetops, offering stunning views across Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui and Kenepuru Sounds. Ideal for both walkers and bikers, most travelers choose to follow the track from north to south, making it easily accessible from Picton, located at the top of New Zealand’s South Island.
Specializing in guided and independent walking tours, Wilderness Guides provides a range of packages designed for comfort and luxury, with boutique lodges and hotels available along the way. Whether you’re looking for a fully guided tour or an independent adventure, they offer tailored experiences that combine the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds with the ease of carefully arranged logistics.
Along the track, hikers will discover a diverse range of landscapes, from towering beech forests to lush coastal bush, all teeming with native flora and fauna. Conservation efforts by local groups, including the Marlborough Sounds Restoration Trust and Endeavour Inlet Conservation Trust, have helped restore the area, resulting in flourishing wildlife. Visitors may spot korimako (bellbirds), tui, kererū (wood pigeons), and weka, while seabirds like takahikare-moana (white-faced storm petrels) and Whai (Stingray) can be seen from the shore.
Accessing the track is easy, with Cougar Line’s scheduled transfer service from Picton, and water transfers are available to transport your luggage daily, so you can focus on enjoying the scenery without the weight of a heavy pack.
Wilderness Guides offers the perfect way to explore this iconic New Zealand destination, combining the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds with the comfort and luxury of expertly arranged travel packages. Whether you choose to walk or bike, Wilderness Guides ensures an unforgettable, hassle-free adventure along the Queen Charlotte Track. Your adventure starts here — join us!
