Walk New Zealand's Fiordland National Park

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Walking & trekking
From
NZD $2,665

Walk through lush rainforest and mountainous landscapes in Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound

Immerse yourself in New Zealand’s best nature with this 4-day, short but super sweet walking trip. Base yourself in Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park and the famed Milford Sound – and explore at your own pace. Take on some of the South Island’s most gorgeous hiking trails and wander atop mountain peaks, through lush rainforests and by shimmering lakes like Lake Manapouri and Lake Ada. Witness the majesty of Milford Sound – on foot and boat – and look out for fur seals, bottleneck dolphins and numerous cascading waterfalls. Brave high swing bridges with beech forest views, listen to the birdsong of tui, bellbird and kereru and breathe in some of the freshest air in the world.

Map of Walk New Zealand's Fiordland National Park including New Zealand
Trip code: PHXF
Start
Queenstown, New Zealand
End
Queenstown, New Zealand
Destinations
New Zealand
Meals
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Transport
Private vehicle, Boat
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights)
Days
4
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Theme
Every trip caters to specific interests and activities, such as wildlife or family.
Walking & trekking
Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders
Original
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Why you'll love this trip

Walk through some of New Zealand’s most beautiful South Island landscapes and enjoy all the included highlights alongside lots of free time, to rest, relax and explore at your own pace.

Enjoy the natural scenery from an e-bike and feel the wind in your hair as you cycle towards the gorgeous Lake Manapouri.

Explore the famed Milford Sound – nicknamed the world’s eighth wonder – by foot and ship. Hike to the cascades of Giant Gate Falls and then enjoy a small boat cruise on the sound. Look out for seals and dolphins!

Take the option to discover the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves by boat and learn all about these fascinating bioluminescent creatures and their ecosystem from a local guide.

Hike to towering summits like Key Summit or Greenstone Valley through surrounding beech forest, rainforest, expansive lakes and rolling hillsides – Middle Earth is calling.

By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Forest & Bird. Donations help them give nature a voice - protecting wildlife and wild places in Aotearoa New Zealand by advocating for conservation on the ground and at a government level. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 May 2025 to 31 August 2026.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 October 2023 - 30 April 2025

Itinerary

Map of Walk New Zealand's Fiordland National Park including New Zealand

Inclusions and activities

Meals

3 breakfasts, 3 lunches

Transport

Private vehicle, Boat

Accommodation

Hotel (3 nights)

Included activities
  • Routeburn Track Hike
  • Scenic E-bike ride
  • Kepler Track hike
  • Jet boating
  • Milford Track hike
  • Milford Sound - Nature Boat Cruise

Optional activities
  • Te Anau- Ata Whenua Film, Fiordland National Park - NZD12
  • Te Anau - Glow Worm Cave with Cruise & Guide - NZD135

Is this trip right for you?

  • This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain and is best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility and fitness. Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are recommended.

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Important notes

START & END TIME
Your adventure begins with a pick-up from Queenstown, Steamer's Wharf at 8am. Your trip concludes on day 4 at 5pm at Steamer's Wharf, Queenstown.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A single supplement is available for this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

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4.9 out of 5 based on 13 reviews submitted.
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Walk New Zealand's Fiordland National Park
From
NZD $2,665