Discover the breathtaking views from Alex Knob Track
France joseph glacier, New Zealand • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Nov
10°C – 25°C, warm and humid with occasional rain showers, high crowds, peak season
10°C – 25°C, warm and humid with occasional rain showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Steep, uneven terrain; not suitable for wheelchairs.
Steep, uneven terrain; not suitable for wheelchairs.
Value for money
High
Free access to stunning views makes it great value.
Free access to stunning views makes it great value.
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Summarised by AI
Stunning Views
Couples raved about the panoramic glacier views from the summit. A must-do hike!
Challenging Reward
Travelers felt the hike was tough, but the views were worth the effort. Perfect for couples.
Romantic Adventure
Couples found this hike a rewarding, scenic, and challenging adventure. Highly recommended!
Exhausting Climb
Couples warned about the steep incline and long distance. Not for the faint of heart.
Weather Dependent
Visitors noted that the views can be obscured by clouds. Be prepared for changes!
Physically Demanding
Couples should be aware of the strenuous nature of the track. It's a tough hike!
How to book
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8h - 10h
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Hours of operation
Monday
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Tuesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Sunday
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Everything you must know before hiking the Alex Knob Track
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
10-20°C
Summer begins with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 20°C. The weather is warm and humid, with occasional rain showers.
Summer begins with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 20°C. The weather is warm and humid, with occasional rain showers.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability of accommodations and guided tours. Booking in advance is essential.
High demand may lead to limited availability of accommodations and guided tours. Booking in advance is essential.
Recommended
December offers warm weather but comes with high crowd levels and prices. Starting hikes early in the morning can help avoid the afternoon cloud cover and crowds.
December offers warm weather but comes with high crowd levels and prices. Starting hikes early in the morning can help avoid the afternoon cloud cover and crowds.
January
HIGH
10-25°C
Warm and humid with occasional rain showers.
Warm and humid with occasional rain showers.
Open
No specific restrictions, but early starts recommended to avoid afternoon clouds.
No specific restrictions, but early starts recommended to avoid afternoon clouds.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and long daylight hours, making it ideal for hiking the Alex Knob Track. However, it's also peak tourist season, so expect crowded trails and higher prices. Starting your hike early in the morning is advisable to avoid afternoon cloud cover.
January offers warm temperatures and long daylight hours, making it ideal for hiking the Alex Knob Track. However, it's also peak tourist season, so expect crowded trails and higher prices. Starting your hike early in the morning is advisable to avoid afternoon cloud cover.
February
HIGH
10-25°C
Warm and humid with occasional rain showers.
Warm and humid with occasional rain showers.
Open
No specific restrictions, but early starts recommended to avoid afternoon clouds.
No specific restrictions, but early starts recommended to avoid afternoon clouds.
Recommended
February continues the warm and humid conditions suitable for hiking. As part of the peak season, expect crowded trails and higher prices. An early morning start is recommended to enjoy clearer views before afternoon clouds set in.
February continues the warm and humid conditions suitable for hiking. As part of the peak season, expect crowded trails and higher prices. An early morning start is recommended to enjoy clearer views before afternoon clouds set in.
March
MEDIUM
10-20°C
Cooler temperatures with fewer rain showers.
Cooler temperatures with fewer rain showers.
Open
No specific restrictions, but early starts recommended to avoid afternoon clouds.
No specific restrictions, but early starts recommended to avoid afternoon clouds.
Recommended
March offers cooler temperatures and fewer rain showers, making it a pleasant time for hiking. With moderate tourist activity, trails are less crowded, and prices are more reasonable. Starting your hike early remains advisable to avoid afternoon cloud cover.
March offers cooler temperatures and fewer rain showers, making it a pleasant time for hiking. With moderate tourist activity, trails are less crowded, and prices are more reasonable. Starting your hike early remains advisable to avoid afternoon cloud cover.
How to get there
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Car
Taxi
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required