Walking & Hiking

"These tracks offer a sense of freedom and escape seldom found in the world today" 

Fiordland earned its reputation as the “walking capital of the world”, with many excellent walking tracks that traverse its dramatic landscape. Coach and boat transfers , helicopters and even a float plane provide access to the major tracks, including the Great Walks: the Milford, Routeburn and Kepler Tracks.

Known to New Zealanders as “tramping” the endless hiking and walking opportunities on other tracks within Fiordland National Park, such as the Hollyford, the Tuatapere Hump Ridge and Dusky Tracks, can be explored independently or as part of a guided group.

Walking allows access to towering snow-capped peaks, tussock clad alpine plateaus, rainforest and scenes of dramatic beauty.

Te Anau makes a great start and end point for these trips. Walkers can stock up on provisions, and check the weather and track conditions before leaving. With the track complete, visitors relish returning to soak weary bones in the spa, buy plasters for sore feet, and revive weary muscles with a massage before reliving their adventure in the warmth and comfort of a local café or bar.

In addition to these multi-day tracks, there is a range of short walks on diverse terrain, providing walking options for people of all ages and ability. These walks enable access to the rainforest, lake and alpine vistas for those with limited time or fitness.