Rob Roy Glacier Track - Guided Walk
New Zealand's Most Spectacular Day WalkRob Roy Glacier Track Guided Walk - Experience Untamed New Zealand
Step into the heart of New Zealand’s wild alpine landscape with the Rob Roy Glacier Track Guided Walk – a must-do adventure for nature lovers of all levels. Tucked within the awe-inspiring Mount Aspiring National Park in the Matukituki Valley, this guided hike offers a rare chance to connect with some of the South Island’s most untouched terrain, where sheer cliffs, lush rainforest, and cascading waterfalls give way to the dramatic ice fields of the Rob Roy Glacier.
Led by our expert local trekking guides, this journey brings the raw beauty of the Southern Alps to life. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or a first-time adventurer, the trail is suitable for most fitness levels, offering a rewarding challenge with plenty of magestic sights along the way. As you wind your way through native beech forest and cross crystal-clear alpine streams, your guide will share fascinating insights into the region’s geology, wildlife, and cultural history, adding depth and context to every breathtaking view.
The trail’s highlight – an unforgettable glacier lookout – reveals hanging icefalls and thunderous avalanches echoing down the valley walls. It’s nature at its most powerful and pristine, and an experience that simply can’t be replicated anywhere else.
Perfect for all travellers, groups of friends, couples, or families looking for a true New Zealand adventure, the Rob Roy Glacier Track Guided Walk combines accessibility with wild alpine drama. Just bring your sense of wonder.
Come walk where the mountains speak, the rivers sing, and every step draws you deeper into one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural environments. Your adventure begins here.
LOCATION
Matukituki Valley, Mount Aspiring National Park
Trekking Difficulty
Rob Roy Glacier Track is relativelly accessible with a minimum of fitness level
Trekking Information
Walking Distance: 10kms return
Walking time: between 4 and 6hrs return
Vertical climb: 400m
Lunch and snacks included
Equipement Requirements
Strong Walking shoes or trekking boots
Waterproof Jacket and a warm layer ( Can be provided )
Day Pack and Water Bottle ( can be both provided )
Trip Info
LOCATION
Wanaka – Mount Aspiring National Park
DATES
October to June
DURATION
4 to 6hrs walk – day trip
TREKKING DIFFICULTY
Beginner to Intermediate
GUIDE TO CLIENT RATIO / GROUP SIZE
1 Guide for 6 people max
PRICE
From NZ$350/pers.
Itinerary
The itineray will vary, depending on the weather at the time of the trip. Here is a quick snip at what it would be:
Departure Wanaka. 9am Pick up from your accomodation or at a meeting point at the Lake Front – 1 hour drive takes us to the heart of the Matukituki Valley and Raspberry Car Park where we’ll start the walk. Soon after, we cross the Rob Roy Glacier Bridge to enter the beech forest. After a few stops with glimpses of the hanging glacier and few waterfalls, The terrain opens up to let us admire the breathtaking view of the head of the valley. After a nice lunch and lots of photos we’ll start our descent. We’ll be returning in Wanaka around 5pm
Dates & Pricing
PRICE- Rob Roy Glacier Track - Guided Walk
| Adult | NZ$350 |
| Child ( From 8 to 14 ) | NZ$210 |
Minimum 2 adults required for the trip to start
DATES
October to June
TRIP INCLUSION
- Trekking Guide
- Ground transport from Wanaka
- Lunch
- GST
TRIP EXCLUSIONS
- Personal equipment
- Appropriate trekking clothes ( can be arranged )
- Personal Insurance
- Cancellation Insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Wanaka
Queenstown airport is the closest to Wanaka. There are regular shuttles which service Wanaka.
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What If the weather is bad for my trip ?
The Southern Alps in New Zealand is a worldwide desired climbing and skiing destination due to its remoteness and wilderness beauty. Windows of nice settled weather between fronts are oftern in place. But as for all mountain ranges in the world, the Southern Alps also has challenging weather. After all, it’s a long, high mountain range located on a tiny island surounded by the Tasman Sea and the Southern Pacific Ocean…
Summit Explorers Mountain Guides are well experienced in judging the weather and conditions to provide you the best possible trip. They will go above and beyond to make the trip happen. But sometimes, it’s out of our control, so if the weather remains terrible and prevents the trip from happenning as originally planned, you will be offered a different location and/or climb. There will be no refund for bad weather and conditions. However, depending of the agreement and avaibility of the guide, an arrangment could be discussed to postpone the trip at a different date.
Should I get a trip insurance
We strongly advice that all clients purchase travel and cancellation insurance that specifically covers cancellation due to injury or illness as well as weather cancellation. This is highly recommended for all trips with Summit Explorers due to the nature of the trips we provide. We have a relationship with the provider Global Rescue which has an option which includes a “Cancel for any Reason” policy. Rescue and Extraction is covered by ACC in New Zealand, however ACC does not cover for any trip cancellation. Insurance policy costs will vary based on age, duration of trip and coverage selected. . You can learn more and get a free quote here: Global Rescue by Summit Explorers
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Why Choose Summit Explorers
YEARS OF INTERNATIONAL GUIDING EXPERIENCE
Our Company and our incredible team of mountain guides are passionate, talented climbers and skiers who have a extremely valuable guiding experience in the New Zeland mountains and Internationally.
SAFETY FOCUSED
Our number one priority is insuring that every body that join us on a trip, will enjoy a safe one! Certified Mountain Guides are trained to perform at the highest international standards of skills and safety.
GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND
Adaptative to your needs and dreams, always on the search to make your mountain journey a memorable one, that’s what we do and how we guide.
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