This afternoon’s hike starts off along the valley floor , before we start a climb to our first private backcountry hut, perched amongst some of the finest alpine scenery in The South Island. Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding glaciers and breathtaking views over Mt Hutton and The Leiberg Range. Spring, fall, and winter are the best seasons for desert hiking destinations such as Death Valley, Zion Falls, Bryce, Bryce, Zion, and Zion. The best times to hike in mountain destinations such as Yellowstone, Iceland and the Pacific Northwest, including the Alps, are late spring, summer, and early fall. Winter is the best season to go hiking or backpacking in many areas. It’s also the best time of year for a vacation.
UTracks offers over 450 walking, cycling & boat-based tours across 40 European countries. Discover the destinations where you can explore Europe with UTracks. Boat access allows you to explore the most remote mountains in the UK. Enjoy hiking off-road on wild hikes in the Hebridean hills, surrounded with sea and sky. A boat trip to the Cuillin Mountains is a great way to enjoy one of the most beautiful walks in Scotland.
- Our expert guides will lead you through beautiful walking trails. You’ll only need to bring what you need.
- Hike Camino de Santiago routes in Spain, Portugal, France & Italy on a self-guided or guided tour.
- When rating our walking trips, several factors are taken into consideration to help you find your comfort level.
- Tracknet have 3 departures daily, and we can organise this for you if required.
- You can find suggestions for itineraries in my guided hike overviews of Los Angeles or Orange County.
The key ingredient to enjoying your hiking vacation is choosing the right trip. We offer backpacking trips, horse/llama/porter supported hikes, inn-based hiking tours, basecamp hiking tours and day hike tours. For guests looking to challenge themselves and travel deep into the backcountry, a backpacking trip is the best choice. Some people want to explore the backcountry but without heavy backpacks, and for those folks we recommend horse/llama/porter supported trips. Finally, Wildland offers day hikes that allow you to spend as little time as possible in one of America’s most beautiful national parks. New Zealand is a breathtakingly beautiful country, with its majestic, glaciated peaks, stunning coastline, and jaw-dropping mountain lakes and forests, rivers, and waterfalls.
Occasionally, tours may offer an alternative activity day that does not require hiking. Our hiking trips are always small group adventures, typically 4-12 people per trip. Join a personalized trekking vacation that prioritizes quality of experience above all else.
- Some people wish to travel the backcountry without carrying heavy backpacks. We recommend horse/llama/porter-supported trips.
- We offer a variety of trips for groups, catering to all ages, interests, and abilities.
- Moderate treks require little preparation, but you should be fit, healthy, and regularly exercise to enjoy your trip.
Lake Alta is a glacial lake that lies in the Remarkables mountain range and is the perfect destination for a breath-taking half-day hike featuring dramatic views overlooking Queenstown. On a guided day trip from Queenstown, hike a section on the Routeburn Track, one the New Zealand Great Walks. This premier tramping trail is located in Mt. Aspiring National Park, part of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Te Wahipounamu.