- Address: Fiordland National Park 9679, New Zealand;
- How to get there: By car from Invercargill
The Hollyford Valley is known for its beauty, especially it is popular among fans of hiking. The valley is located on the territory of the National Fjord Park in New Zealand . This country conquers its nature, and Holliford as if collected the most beautiful landscapes. This place has not only national, but also world significance, therefore it is protected as a natural monument and has the status of world heritage.
What to see?
In the Valley of Hollifford there are many footpaths that will "take you" to the most picturesque places. A diverse landscape offers great opportunities for nature lovers. Those who want to explore the whole territory and discover the most amazing places should choose the most popular hiking route "Hollifford track" for traveling. It passes by Lake Marion, where tourists rest, bathe and enjoy the humid air. Spending the night in tents in the safest places. At the same time you can go this route yourself or use the services of a guide, the road can be learned in 4-8 days, depending on the speed and desire to spend more time by the water or in the forest.
Also in the "Hollyford track" includes a visit to Long Reef: it should be allocated no less than half a day, otherwise you will not have time to fully appreciate its beauty.
By the way, the first who settled these places were the Maori tribes and they were the first to learn how to overcome rapids rapids on a canoe. Today you can go down the safest and most interesting parts of the kayak. Within the "Hollyford track" you can go down the river on a speed boat, visiting the wildest places.
Where is?
The park is a kilometer away from the city of Invercargill, therefore it is better to get to the park from this city. First, go along the Lumsden Dipton Hwy and turn around the town of Lumsden on the Castlerock track, then follow the signs.
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