Wānaka Day Hikes
A selection of our favourite Wānaka day hikes accessible within an hours drive of town. These cater for a range of abilities. These are just a selection of the adventures possible in the Mount Aspiring National Park and around Lake Wānaka. Get in touch early so we can share advice and guide you in the right direction to find a hike to suit your goals. All guided day hikes include transport from your accommodation in Wānaka, lunch and snacks. We also offer a range of multi-day guided trekking options for all abilities from young families and upwards.
Mount Aspiring National Park Wānaka Day Hikes
![Wanaka Mountain Guides [] Rob Roy Glacier Trek](data:image/svg+xml;nitro-empty-id=Mzk2OjM0NTE=-1;base64,PHN2ZyB2aWV3Qm94PSIwIDAgMTAyNCA3NjgiIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9Ijc2OCIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIj48L3N2Zz4= "Wanaka Day Hikes 1")
Roy Roy Glacier Day Hike
Easy – Moderate, 4 to 6 hours
Price $1090 / $590 / $450 / $390 per person for 1 / 2 / 4+
The Rob Roy Glacier Track brings you the most accessible views of dramatic glaciers, waterfalls and mountain landscapes in the Mount Aspiring National Park. The track travels through forest above a raging canyon to the treeline and stunning alpine views. 10km return with some steeper sections, 4-5 hours return. Suitable for young families or those new to trekking in New Zealand. Additional scenic flight option available for $590 per person.
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Matukituki Valley Day Hike
Easy, 4 to 6 hours
Price $1090 / $590 / $4500 / $390 per person for 1 / 2 / 4+
The West Matukituki Valley is the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park. The valley provides excellent views of the surrounding peaks including Tititea / Mount Aspiring and the Rob Roy Glacier. Visit Aspiring Hu (18km, 4 – 6 hours return). Suitable for young families or those new to trekking in New Zealand.
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Siberia Valley Fly, Hike and Jet Boat
Easy
Price from $990 per person for groups of 4
Fly from Makarora into the remote Siberia Valley in the heart of Mount Aspiring National Park. Explore the valley, and the icebergs of Lake Crucible, before descending 5km down an easy track to the Wilkin Valley and an exciting jet boat ride out. Suitable for young families or those new to trekking in New Zealand.
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Whare Kea Chalet Day Heli-hike
Easy – Moderate
Price from $1190 per person
Helicopter to Albert Burn Saddle or near summit of Dragonfly Peak on the edge of Mount Aspiring National Park. Experience the seldom viewed eastern aspects of Tititea / Mount Aspiring and walk down to the Whare Kea Chalet for a delicious lunch before flying out from Albert Burn Saddle.
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Glacier Heli-hike
Moderate – Hard
Price from $1290 per person for groups of 4
The Isobel Glacier Heli-hike in association with Aspiring Helicopters is the ultimate snow trekking experience. Check out crevasses and icefalls as you and your guide explore a remote glacier and landscapes of the world-heritage Mount Aspiring National Park and the Southern Alps / Kā Tiritiri o te Moana.
Remarkables
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Single Cone Ascent
Hard
Price from $690 per person for groups of 2
The Single Cone Ascent in the Remarkables is a fantastic one-day adventure and an excellent introduction to mountaineering for ambitious trekkers. Scramble the North Ridge with the security of a guide and rope to the summit and its views over Queenstown and the Wakatipu Basin The descent includes an exciting abseil.
Trek Difficulty
| Easy | Moderate | Hard | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Small ascents and descents and distances of up to 10km per day. Day packs. Up to 6 hours. | Ascents and descents of up to 500m and up to 15km distance per day. 10 – 15kg packs. 6 – 8 hours. | Big ascents and descents of 1000m+ and up to 20km distance on consecutive days. 15kg+ packs. 8+ hours. |
 | DOC tracks and serviced huts. | Experience on DOC tracks, camping and in huts. May be unbridged river crossings. | Requires off-track experience including scree, boulders and tussock slopes, and wild camping |
‘A very professional guide and great company. He took time to explain to us what walks were possible/practical each day depending on the weather and the impact it would have on the surrounding rivers. If you are city dwellers it is very comforting to know that your guide is thinking of the safety of the group. [He] certainly kept us well fed as well. We are looking forward to future trips in the beautiful mountains around Wānaka which is a refreshing change and takes us out of our comfort zone for a few days at least.’
— Michael, Siberia Hut Trip
‘Full of praise for [our guide]. I learned more in 2 days from him than I have in several years tramping.’
— Mary, Private Trekking
‘It was 4 days I’ll never forget! The experiences I had I only want to grow on. I set out to accomplish a task, but I got so much more! You showed me a whole new world. I can’t thank you enough! I work with some great leaders so I know one when I see one! Absolutely exceeded my expectations!!! Thanks Wanaka Mountain Guides!
— Landen, Mitre Peak Ascent