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Gondola & Guided Walk – Ben Lomond Saddle – 4 HRS (Oct-Mar)

From $173.00 NZD Per Adult

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The experience

The Ben Lomond Saddle: A Scenic Stopover

As you reach the Ben Lomond Saddle, you’ll encounter the first checkpoint in the Ben Lomond Guided Walk. But this isn’t just a milestone – it’s a breathtaking spot to pause and take in the views. From the Saddle, you’ll have awe-inspiring vistas of Moonlight Station, Mount Crichton Station, and Mount Aspiring National Park unfolding before you.

This picturesque stop is also the perfect opportunity to refuel with an all-inclusive packed lunch, carefully prepared to sustain you for the rest of your journey.

**For the Ben Lomond Saddle walk, we recommend guests are comfortable walking up to 4 hours, covering 8 kilometres with an elevation gain of 536 metres (1,759 feet).**

Supplier: Skyline.

The highlights

The journey through the Ben Lomond Guided Walk begins at the picturesque Ben Lomond Saddle, offering breathtaking vistas of Moonlight Station, Mount Crichton Station, and the majestic Mount Aspiring National Park, in Queenstown, New Zealand.
This scenic spot not only serves as a tranquil rest stop but also an ideal location for an all-inclusive packed lunch before adventurers commence their trek towards the pinnacle of Ben Lomond Summit, in Queenstown, New Zealand.

The details

Duration
DURATION: 4+ HRS
TIME OF TOUR:
Check In
Check In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.
Location: 53 Brecon Street, Queenstown 9300.
Transport
No, as our base building is located in CBD. You can self drive to our base building to their dedicated Multi-Storey Car Park.
Located just behind the Skyline Gondola base terminal, our multi-storey car park offers 297 spaces, including spots for motorcycles, bicycles, and accessible parking, along with EV charging stations. Your parking time starts automatically via our license plate recognition system. To pay, simply scan your valid Skyline Gondola ticket at the pay station for a discount, enter your license plate, and settle the balance.
Additional Inclusions
Yes - Packed Lunch provided.

The restrictions

Physical
For the Ben Lomond Saddle walk, we recommend guests are comfortable walking up to 4 hours, covering 8 kilometres with an elevation gain of 536 metres (1,759 feet).
Accessibility
Individuals using wheelchairs may face challenges participating in this activity and is not recommended.
Pregnancy & Babies
Not suitable for pregnant women.
Children
Child - 6-14 YRS.

The common questions

Cameras are recommended, but carried at own risk. No Drones.
Walking boots or sturdy walking shoes / A thermal base layer / Shorts and/or walking pants / A waterproof jacket / A fleece layer (for relaxing at the Saddle and Summit) / A hat (for sun protection, and warmth on a cold day)/ At least 2 litres of water / A small backpack for food and water, and additional clothing layers/ Any personal medication you may require in this timeframe.
Keep your belonging with you in a backpack, keep it minimal.
All trips operate dependent on weather, wind levels for Gondola.
Please note that this activity has a 72hr cancellation policy for a full refund. This is set by the supplier. If you are unable to cancel prior to 72hrs they will make all effort to reschedule you for a future date/time. Please see the their full terms and conditions by clicking the link above.

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