Eglinton Valley, NZ – cycle along the path of an ancient glacier through Fiordland National Park
I would say it was a once in a lifetime trip,
but it was so good a person should not only experience it once.
Michael Mosher (Ohio, USA) Feb 2009 Rimu
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New Zealand Attractions
The Eglinton Valley
The Eglinton Valley is a 30 minute drive north of Te Anau on the South Island of New Zealand that you'll pass on the way to Milford Sound. This valley is well known for 'The Avenue of the Disappearing Mountain' and its wonderful views.
The Eglinton valley is glaciated with steep sides and a flat floor. It's between 0.5 to 2 kilometers wide and has a shingle riverbed floor, which is constantly being changed by the Eglinton River. This is one of the few valleys in Fiordland to have road access. Since the Eglinton Valley is a long narrow valley with clear natural boundaries, a wide variety of flora and fauna, and a road running up the middle, it is an ideal location to explore and see the stunning surrounds from one of the only road-accessible valleys in Fiordland.
The Eglinton Valley is one of the few road-accessible valleys in Fiordland National Park.
See the scenic Eglinton Valley on the following New Zealand tours:Rimu – 14 day South Island adventure trip
Tui – 8 day South Island adventure trip
Winter Rimu – 14 day South Island adventure trip
Weka Cycling – 13 day South Island cycling trip
Manuka – 14 day South Island hiking trip
