Remember to sign the log book at Sir John Falls on completing your trip. A search will only be mounted if someone reports you as being overdue. The most convenient National Park pass for the trip is the Holiday pass which is valid for all National Parks for 2 months. See our park fee pages for the costs and range of passes available. Minimal impact rafting Campsites are well distributed along the Franklin River, but many are relatively small providing enough room for 2-3 tents.
Larger numbers can cause environmental damage.
This is essential. Attacks of gastroenteritis have occurred in the past due to poor sanitation habits. Consider carrying faeces out with you. Commercial companies do this and it is not as difficult as it seems. Details are available from the Queenstown park office.