From April to November, be prepared for snow and ice above the bushline.

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The track is very steep in parts especially the beginning, so you need to be fit.

Queenstown Hill Walkway is a 4.3 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. Tiki Trail (1 hour walk) Starting at the base of the Gondola, the Tiki Trail is an alternative route to get to Skyline Queenstown and the top of Bob's Peak. The trail winds its way up through bush clad hills at a steady (quite steep) climb. MAPS & RIDES. You can access a plethora of hiking trails right from Queenstown CBD, Queenstown Hill or the Tiki Trail are highly recommended short hikes.

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Go forth and discover. 1 / 4. Head up the track to the left to get to the spot where you can capture that iconic Queenstown aerial photo. Road/Tiki Trail. Up to the Skyline Gondola/Ben Lomond extension – skip the gondola!
In this section you will find maps and trail descriptions for the great ride and all trail sections. Tiki Trail. Share on Twitter Share on Facebook.

Hiking in Queenstown. 6. The Great Ride - 4 Days; The Great Ride - 2 Days ; Full Day Trails. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.

The track gets steeper and rougher as it approaches Ben Lomond’s 1,748 m summit. In fine weather the view includes Mt Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi and Mt Aspiring/ Tititea.

You'll zig-zag up the mountain through the pine forest and be rewarded with a postcard-worthy view. Answer 1 of 2: Hi everyone, Would you recommend doing the Tiki Trail up to Bob's peak or the time walk up to the Queenstown hill?

At 800 m altitude you enter alpine tussock and shrubs, climbing to the 1326 m Ben Lomond Saddle (Ben Lomond Station).

Tiki Trail 1.5hrs (One Way) The Tiki Trail is perfect for those who want to ‘enjoy the journey’ to the Queenstown Gondola in the Ben Lomond Scenic Reserve instead of just taking the gondola up. Also accessible from central Queenstown is the challenging 4+ hour Ben Lomond saddle hike. Try the 3-hour Queenstown Hill Time walk, which leaves from Belfast Street and offers panoramic views at the top.
Queenstown to Jack's Point; Queenstown to Gibbston; Arrowtown to Gibbston Return; Half Day Trails. Access the track from beside the gondola station at the end of Brecon St. Tickets & tours. 13 Oxenbridge … Tiki Trail. Copy link The hour-long walk to the top of the gondola is not particularly scenic since it climbs through Douglas fir and beech forest, but the views at the top are excellent – and it's free. Share.