Fiordland & Milford Sound: 4-Day Hiking Adventure
Explore the South Island’s most gorgeous hiking trails on a 4-day tour. Wander atop mountain peaks, through lush rainforests, and by shimmering lakes like Lake Manapouri and Lake Ada.
Highlights
- Feel the wind in your hair as you cycle towards Lake Manapouri on an e-bike
- Explore the famed Milford Sound by foot and boat, and look out for wildlife
- Hike to the cascades of Giant Gate Falls and enjoy a small boat cruise
- Discover the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves by boat and learn about the creatures
- Hike to towering summits like Key Summit or Greenstone Valley
Description
Day 1: Queenstown to Te Anau & Routeburn Track
Your adventure begins with an 8am pickup from Queenstown's Steamer's Wharf. Transfer to Te Anau and check into your accommodation before a scenic drive along Milford Road. Tackle your first hike on the famous Routeburn Track to either Key Summit or Greenstone Valley, covering 8-14 km with 400m ascent through stunning terrain. Evening free to relax. Lunch included.
Day 2: Kepler Track & Lake Manapouri
After breakfast, enjoy a jet boat ride to Lake Manapouri, formed 20,000 years ago. Hike the Kepler Track along the Waiau River through beech forests, crossing a swing bridge at Rainbow Reach (6 km, mostly flat). Optional afternoon activities include the Glow Worm Caves tour (NZD $135) or Ata Whenua film screening (NZD $14). Breakfast and lunch included.
Day 3: Milford Sound & Milford Track
Rise early for Milford Sound! Hike the world-renowned Milford Track from Sandfly Point to Giant Gate Falls (11 km) through lush rainforest filled with native birds. Enjoy lunch at the falls before a 2-hour boat cruise on Milford Sound—the 'eighth wonder of the world.' Spot dolphins, fur seals, and cascading waterfalls as you sail past Mitre Peak. Return to Te Anau in late afternoon. Breakfast and lunch included.
Day 4: E-bike Adventure & Return to Queenstown
After breakfast, e-bike the scenic Lake 2 Lake Trail (16 km) along the Waiau River, enjoying lake, mountain, and native bush views on flat gravel trails. Return to Queenstown via private transfer, arriving at 5pm. Breakfast included.
Includes
Meals - 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Transport - Walking, Private vehicle, Jet boat, E-bike
Accommodation - Hotel (3 nights)
Included activities
Fiordland National Park - Routeburn Track Hike
Fiordland National Park - Kepler Track Hike
Fiordland National Park - Jet Boat Ride to Lake Manapouri
Milford Sound - Milford Track Hike
Milford Sound - Nature Boat Cruise
Te Anau - Scenic E-bike Ride on the Lake 2 Lake Trail
Important Information
- Start & End Times
Tour begins on Day 1 at 8:00 AM at Steamer’s Wharf, Queenstown, and concludes on Day 4 at 5:00 PM at the same location.
Single Supplement Not available for this trip.
Fitness & Mobility This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain and is best suited to travelers with a good level of mobility and fitness. Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are recommended.
Travel Conditions
Dietary Information - Vegetarians and vegans are well catered for in New Zealand. Most restaurants offer good vegetarian options. Gluten-free and lactose-free diets are also widely accommodated.
Easy cancellation
Stornierung bis zu 24 Stunden vor Beginn mit vollständiger Rückerstattung