Rob Roy Glacier Day Walk
~A walk into the heart of the Southern Alps.~
Highlights of the Trip
1
Beech Forest & River Valley Approach
Walk alongside the Matukituki River beneath steep alpine walls.
2
Wildlife and Nature
Spot native birds like fantails, tomtits, and kea as you hike through the forest.
3
Rob Roy Glacier Viewpoint
Watch ice cliffs, waterfalls, and hanging glaciers from a natural amphitheatre.
From the Matukituki Valley to a spectacular glacier viewpoint
Discover the dramatic beauty of Mount Aspiring National Park on a private guided Rob Roy Glacier day walk from Wānaka or Queenstown. Follow the Rob Roy Glacier Track through native beech forest to an elevated viewpoint beneath towering cliffs, waterfalls and the spectacular hanging glacier. It’s an immersive way to experience the scale of the Southern Alps without technical climbing, with private transport, expert guiding and a fresh trail lunch included.
The Rob Roy Glacier Track follows the valley floor before crossing a suspension bridge over the West Matukituki River. From here, a steady climb leads into native beech forest, with the sound of the stream below and glimpses of the mountains through the canopy. Your private guide sets a comfortable pace, allowing time to appreciate the forest, pause for photographs and discover more about the landscape around you.
As the trees give way to open views, Rob Roy Glacier comes into sight high above the valley. Blue-white ice hangs beneath rugged mountain peaks, while waterfalls tumble down steep rock faces. The contrast between lush forest and the alpine world above makes this walk particularly rewarding, bringing you close to spectacular glacier scenery without stepping onto the ice.
At the viewpoint, enjoy your trail lunch and take time to absorb the surroundings — the scale of the cliffs, the changing light on the glacier and the sound of falling water. The return follows the same track, offering a fresh perspective on the forest and valley before your private transfer back to Wānaka or Queenstown.
With guiding, transport and lunch taken care of, you can settle into the rhythm of the walk and enjoy a day immersed in one of New Zealand’s remarkable alpine landscapes.
This is a beautiful, approachable mountain walk — rewarding, scenic, and unhurried. Ideal for those who want meaningful landscapes without needing a full alpine climb.
Price
NZD $425 per person
(All-Inclusive)