A reasonable amount of fitness is required to walk the 12kms per day. Weather in the Fiordland region is changable. Heavy rain, driving wind and snow in summer can cause rapid temperature drops. Warm woollen or poly propylene clothing is essential. Huts have cold running water, gas cooking rings, heating, lighting and flush toilets.
Walkers sleep in communal bunk rooms with mattress provided.
Department of Conservation Staff are in residence at each of the Huts and have radio telephone access for weather updates and in cases of emergency. Payment for the independent Routeburn Track must be made by Visa or Mastercard at the time of making a reservation. Return to Routeburn Track prices and reservations . Optional flight sectors on Air New Zealand National or Link services are available. Alternatively, through the New Zealand Accommodation Pass, you can stay a wide range of Motels and 3-4 Star Hotels through out New Zealand.