Queen Charlotte Track
The 73.5km Queen Charlotte Track offers a rich history, incredible scenery and the freedom to walk or mountain bike without heavy gear with a network of water taxis available to transfer you to and from the track, and transfer your gear to your accommodation each night.
A full range of accommodation options are available, including luxury water's edge resorts, lodges, holiday houses, backpackers and campsites.
The track is relatively easy walking, taking 3 to 5 days depending on how far you want to walk each day, and is a fantastic mountain bike ride, over 2 to 3 days. The full track is open to walking and mountain biking. If time doesn't allow you to complete the full track, take a water taxi out and complete just a section from a few hours to a couple of days.
Track Overview
73.5 km one way
Walking
Duration: 3-5 days
Grade: Easier Tramping Track
Mountain biking
Duration: 2-3 days
Grade: Intermediate (Grade 3) / Advanced (Grade 4)
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Conditions & closures
Always check track conditions before you go here.
Be sure to check out the official Queen Charlotte Track site here or call our knowledgeable isite staff who can help with planning and booking your trip, on 03 577 8080 or bookings@marlboroughnz.com
Lodges and resorts
There’s nothing quite like arriving to a beautiful room with a beautiful view and a hot shower, after you’ve walked or biked all day.
Camping on the track
Your luggage can be delivered by boat each day, so you can pack a few glamping extras, and the view from your front door is bound to be stunning.
Heritage & Culture
The story of The Queen Charlotte Track is one of history, nature, conservation and cooperation. It’s a story that begins with the Māori warrior Kupe, who according to legend, chased a giant octopus and caught it in the Cook Strait, forming the waterways of the Marlborough Sounds in the ensuing battle.
