South Island

Routeburn Track

33.1km
2-4 days
Moderate

About This Track

A world-renowned alpine adventure crossing between two of New Zealand's most spectacular national parks. The Routeburn offers jaw-dropping mountain scenery, pristine alpine lakes, and dramatic ice-carved valleys at every turn.

Track Highlights

Harris Saddle panoramic views

Routeburn Falls

Key Summit alpine wetlands

Lake Mackenzie

Mount Aspiring vistas

Day by Day Itinerary

1
Routeburn Shelter to Routeburn Falls Hut

Gentle climb through beech forest to the spectacular Routeburn Falls.

Accommodation: Routeburn Falls Hut (48 bunks)
2
Routeburn Falls Hut to Lake Mackenzie Hut

Cross Harris Saddle with panoramic alpine views, then descend to beautiful Lake Mackenzie.

Accommodation: Lake Mackenzie Hut (50 bunks)
3
Lake Mackenzie Hut to The Divide

Complete the track through Hollyford Valley with optional Key Summit side trip.

Accommodation: End of track

Huts & Campsites

Routeburn Flats Hut
hut
Routeburn Falls Hut
hut
Lake Mackenzie Hut
hut
Routeburn Flats Campsite
campsite
Lake Mackenzie Campsite
campsite