![]() It flowed from these sources to the Mouths of Anduin in the Great Sea (Belegaer). The Langwell had its source in the Misty Mountains, close to Mount Gundabad, and the Greylin began in the westernmost heights of the Grey Mountains. These were called the Langwell and the Greylin by the Éothéod when they lived in the triangle of land formed by it. If you wish to self-cater, you must stock up before arriving in Mount Cook, or make dinner reservations in advance.The Anduin began as two different streams to the northwest of Mirkwood. Please note: There are no food shops at Mount Cook, and dinner options are limited to one restaurant. The turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki guide you the final 45 minutes to Aoraki Mount Cook Village. Arriving into Omarama you are now truly in the high country but don't think these vast empty lands are useless, these are some of the country's most productive merino sheep stations. The Waitaki Valley makes a large contribution to New Zealand's electricity supply with its 3 hydro dams. Take time to head into the old quarter and if your timing is right you may get to see some of the local resident little blue penguins. Before heading inland along the Waitaki Valley you pass through the historic township of Oamaru and its Stone buildings. Heading north from Dunedin your first stop should be Moeraki to explore the famous and unique boulders strewn on the beach. Includes: 2 4WD trips, 2 scenic helicopter flights, 2 alpine landings, lunch and refreshmentsĪ moderate fitness level is required for this activity. Turn your fantasy into reality and traverse the Misty Mountains! This is a truly alpine experience made easily accessible, a real adventure! This downhill walk has amazing diversity, revealing unexpected wonders and is home to the fearless Falcon, and the curious Kea, a unique and inquisitive mountain parrot. On your quest, you will descend 2 hours of guided hike from 2000m, traversing the ridge line, revealing huge rock pillars, canyons, cliffs and glaciers thundering into rivers which join the beautiful jewel blue Lake far below. Skimming the razor back ridges, you'll fly and land on Treble Cone's "The Towers Ridge." Soak in the view between the Towers and then walk the very footsteps that the legendary Dwarves, Wizard, and little heroic Ring carrier traversed in their quest over the top of the Misty Mountains, as seen in the Hobbiton movie. From this vantage point you'll see 3 Trilogy film sites. Get an Eagle's eye view of Middle Earth! Your Helicopter follows the Eagles flight with a landing on glaciated Fog Peak, to admire Mt Aspiring (3033m) and its surrounding glacial panorama of the breath-taking Southern Alps. This small town is packed with walks, adventure, and scenic activities, something for everyone.Įxperience an exclusive 5 hour guided tour over Lord of the Rings country. Arriving in Franz Josef township is a lively place with a great atmosphere, restaurants including Blue Ice and Snakebite are worth a meal. Whataroa is the next town where you can see one of the world's rarest birds, the New Zealand white heron or Kotuku nest at the Waitangi Roto Nature Reserve, and guided tours from October to March will take you there. Heading south along the mighty West Coast highway you pass through ancient temperate rainforests while getting sneak peeks of the wild west coast beach occasionally. ![]() As you travel further down the coast you’ll also go through Hari Hari, the town where Guy Menzies, the first person to fly solo over the Tasman crash landed. Pass through Hokitika and be sure to take a detour to the spectacular Hokitika Gorge, the famous turquoise-coloured river surrounded by native bush-clad cliffs.Ĭontinue on through Ross, a historic gold mining town where several buildings still remain intact and still to this day one of New Zealand's working gold mines. Leaving Greymouth you will head south into Glacier Country.
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