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Milford Track Adventure

14 days
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Start and end in Christchurch
4.9
96 traveler reviews
  • Sun-drenched peaks with dramatic landscape.
  • A lake reflecting mountains under a cloudy sky.
  • Lupine flowers in bloom by a lakeside with mountains.
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  • What an enchanting country. We were sad to have the trip end at last, but feel we have had a marvelous vacation.

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    Donald, traveled in December
    5.0
  • Dense forest with a rocky path.
  • Four women posing on a scenic balcony with hills.
  • A group posing by a rocky shore with hills.
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Active Adventures
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 3 - 14
Ages 16+

Places You’ll See

  • Christchurch
    Christchurch
  • Greymouth
    Greymouth
  • Hokitika
    Hokitika
  • Wanaka
    Wanaka
  • Queenstown
    Queenstown
  • Doubtful Sound
    Doubtful Sound
  • Milford Sound
    Milford Sound
  • Te Anau
    Te Anau
  • Mount Cook
    Mount Cook
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Highlights

  • Go for a hike in the winter wonderland of Franz Josef Glacier
  • Cruise on the tranquil waters of mystical Milford Sound
  • Be one with nature on a hike through Fiordland National Park

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive, hike Castle Hill
  2. Day 2 Rainforest and beach hikes in Punakaiki
  3. Day 3 Hike Point Elizabeth, visit Hokitika and hike Okarito walkway
  4. Day 4 Hike to Franz Josef Glacier
  5. Day 5 Hike Rocky Mountain, explore Wanaka
  6. Day 6 Free day in Queenstown
  7. Day 7 8, 9, 10 and 11
  8. Day 7 to 11
  9. Day 7 to 11
  10. Day 12 Hike Sam Summers Track, visit local winery
  11. Day 13 Hike Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
  12. Day 14 Depart for home
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Number of tours

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Age Range

6 to 99 years old

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  • A
    February 26th, 2018
    5.0
    This was a fantastic exposure to the South Island with extremely helpful guides.
    Traveled in January 2018
  • A
    May 3rd, 2014
    5.0
    Active Adventures is certainly the best way to experience New Zealand. The varied landscapes and hiking trails gave a...
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    Traveled in October 2014
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    March 16th, 2014
    5.0
    Our Manuka trip exceeded all our expectations. I knew the trip was going to be great, but our accommodations, food,...
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  • A
    March 16th, 2014
    5.0
    A great introduction to New Zealand. I felt I was in really good hands with our guides: great personalities,...
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    Traveled in December 2013
  • A
    March 17th, 2014
    5.0
    The Manuka trip with Nicole and Dave in February 2014 was amazing! Great scenery and hiking, wonderful fellow...
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  • A
    March 18th, 2014
    5.0
    Simply the BEST!
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  • A
    January 4th, 2014
    5.0
    Our guide GT, was amazing. His cooking and knowledge of New Zealand and its native culture was extensive. He managed...
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  • A
    August 4th, 2014
    5.0
    Seamless delightful trip with great food. Thanks for ordering up the good weather as well!
    Traveled in October 2014
  • A
    May 1st, 2015
    5.0
    The trip was well organized and thought out. The guides were wonderful and it was fun interacting with them. Great...
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    Traveled in December 2014
  • A
    July 1st, 2015
    5.0
    This was a really enjoyable trip that provided exposure to a broad range of habitats and some of the iconic scenery...
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    Traveled in December 2014

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    Carolyn

    Asked on May 10th, 2024

    How many miles are hiked each day? How about elevation, ascent and descent?

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    • Active AdventuresOperator•Written May 2024

      You can see the full itinerary, including the daily mileage by clicking here: [link]

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    Gregory

    Asked on November 19th, 2023

    I'm not clear on the pricing for this tour if taking Option B - the Milford track

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    • Active AdventuresOperator•Written November 2023

      The Milford Track Guided Walk option is not available for the upcoming season due to the permits being sold out. You'd be required to go for Option A instead - On this option we still hike some of the most scenic and secluded sections of the Milford Track while also taking in parts of the Routeburrn & Kepler tracks!

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