Glenorchy is a small settlement of 200 people nestled in spectacular scenery at the north end of Lake Wakatipu 45km north of Queenstown.
A Little History
In 1862 the first settlers came from Europe looking for new grazing. This was closely followed by hoards of prospectors looking for gold and later scheelite. Tourism has also been a major contributor to the town's economy for over 100 years. Early visitors to Head of the Lake would arrive on the TSS Earnslaw steam ship from Queenstown and spend the day touring the Routeburn or Paradise Valleys. In 1962 the Queenstown/Glenorchy Road was opened, unlocking a way for many travelers to explore this magnificent area further. Now known as one of New Zealand 's most scenic roads it follows the original route taken by the first European pioneers to the Head of the Lake.
Time for an after-lunch rest before heading back down.
A very quaint and beautiful little village!
It reminded us of Scotland, and even the weather had a cold, drizzly Scottish feel to it. But is was beautiful.
The following day, however, the weather gods were on our side as we set out to do a 17.6km day hike of the Routeburn Track, a famous backpacking track.
The track was following the river for a while,
and most of it was in the shade of the trees but with some amazing views along the way.
Dorte got this very appropriate and funny Valentines card from Andy:
We celebrated our love spending the night in The Lodge, and had a wonderful dinner.
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