
Milford Track Guided Day Walk from Te Anau
- Location:Te Anau, New Zealand
- Duration:9 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:2264RJ410
Soak up the magnificent scenery of the Milford Track, often described as one of the finest walks in the world. On this day trip from Te Anau, you'll walk the first section of the Milford Track. Your naturalist guide will lead you on a leisurely walk through ancient beech forest and grassy flats. The walk is suitable for walkers of all ages and fitness levels, perfect for those with limited time who want to get a taste of the world famous Milford Track.
Highlights
- Get a taste of the world famous Milford Track
- A naturalist guide will share the history and natural features of the track
- A leisurely 4-5 hour walk with time for photos and to take in the view of the native plant and bird life
- Maximum of 12 walkers per guide, allowing for a unique and intimate experience
- A delicious picnic lunch
- Suitable for walkers of all fitness levels and ages
Once you've made your way down to the Real Journeys Visitor Centre at Te Anau, cruise by catamaran to the head of beautiful Lake Te Anau and the start of the track. On your walk you will follow the Clinton River for a short way, cross a swing bridge and then on through ancient beech forest to the Clinton Hikers Hut. A delicious picnic lunch and hot drinks will be served beside a mountain stream or at the Hut.
Your naturalist guide will point out the interesting human and natural history of the track along the way and there is plenty of time for you to relax, take photos and view the bird life. Traveling with a small group, a maximum of 12 people per guide, allows for an intimate and unique experience.
Walking is easy and unhurried and there are no big hills.
Return to Te Anau by catamaran and coach.
Schedule Details
Milford Track Guided Day Walk from Te Anau
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9:30am
9 hours (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:30pm
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Additional Information
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Roundtrip catamaran
- 4.5-hour leisure walk
- Local naturalist guide
- Picnic lunch
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Minimum age is 10 years
- Maximum 12 people per tour
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you cancel at least 30 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 10 and 29 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 per cent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 9 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 per cent cancellation fee.
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was an amazing daytrip to say the least! i thought originally the price was too much for a ... Read more ›
Brenton S, January 2012
was an amazing daytrip to say the least! i thought originally the price was too much for a ... Read more ›
Brenton S, January 2012



