Trips N Tramps - Milford Sound guided day trips
New Zealand
Guided day trips to Milford Sound
from Te Anau with friendly knowledgeable guides. Small groups of no
more than 12 means there is time for personal interaction with your
guide and fellow travellers as you explore the wonders of Milford
Sound and the scenic gems along the Milford Road. 'The Big Day Out'
also offers a choice between an unguided walk on part of the
Routeburn Track, or stick with your guide for an expedition into the
Hollyford Valley. Both options include a 2 1/2 hour Nature Cruise on
the stunning Milford Sound.
Milford Sound Un-hurried Coach and Cruise
This tour offers a leisurely, small group day
excursion to Milford Sound from Te Anau, with an extended 2 ˝ hour
Nature Cruise along the full length of the fiord.
From Te Anau you travel on
comfortable coaches, with a maximum of 12 passengers along the
spectacular Milford Road. The drivers are local, experienced Nature
Guides eager to share their stories, knowledge and passion, bringing
the mysteries of Fiordland to life. Small coaches and a relaxed
timetable guarantees you more wilderness, wildlife and scenic stops,
with plenty of opportunities made for photographs and short nature
walks (optional). Plus enjoy a wilderness tea-break, with
complementary tea, coffee and biscuits.
On reaching Milford Sound you will
join a Nature Cruise for a leisurely cruise of Milford Sound to the
Tasman Sea. The cruise provides excellent viewing opportunities,
with plenty of time available to enjoy the waterfalls, rainforest,
mountains and wildlife around the fiord. The underwater observatory
option is available (additional charge).
On completion of the cruise return
to Te Anau, providing you time to reflect on the beauty of the
scenery and enjoy the company of your guide and fellow passengers.
Departs Returns Season
08:15hrs 17:30hrs All Year (excluding 25 Dec)
Milford Sound - 'Big Day Out'
This tour offers a leisurely,
small group day excursion to Milford Sound as for our Coach and
cruise, plus ....
Either 2 ˝
hours hiking (unguided) on the renowned Routeburn track to Key
Summit, or
Exploration of the secluded Hollyford Valley with your guide.
From Te Anau our comfortable coach
transports you to the start of the Routeburn Track for your hike to
Key Summit. This is a stunning walk, taking you up through lush
beech rainforest and into the alpine environment with panoramic
views of the surrounding Fiordland Mountains, alpine lakes and deep
valleys. A medium level of fitness is required for this hike as it
involves a 400 metre ascent on a well formed track.
Alternatively you can stay with your guide to
explore the lower Hollyford Valley. This vast valley is entrenched
with history and natural beauty. Getting off the beaten track you
will enjoy short nature walks and a visit to Gunns Camp and
Museum.
After your Key
Summit walk or Hollyford Valley tour the groups then reunite for a
wilderness tea break before continuing along the Milford Road for
a 2 ˝ hour nature cruise on Milford Sound.
Departs Returns Season
08:00hrs 18:30hrs October to April (excluding 25 Dec)
Mountains to Sea – Milford Sea Kayaking
Excursion Includes;
Experience the
majesty of Milford Sound by Sea Kayak on this full day one day
excursion from Te Anau.
Our 12 seat
vehicle and guide will meet you at your Te Anau accommodation before
making the 2 hour journey to Milford Sound along New Zealand’s most
spectacular alpine road. Listen to local stories, conservation
issues and engage in the richness of this historical journey through
the majestic glacial cut landscape.
At the Milford
Sound launch area we issue you with a complete set of paddling gear
including thermals, wetsuit vest, fleece, paddle jacket as well as a
water proof gear bag and camera bag.
After a
comprehensive safety briefing and paddling instruction, we begin our
kayak journey from Deep Water basin to paddle the inner part of
Milford Sound. We spend 4-5 hours exploring the sheer beauty of the
Fiord in a non-intrusive manner. Discover the pristine glacial water
flowing from Bowen Falls, paddle beneath towering cliffs and enjoy
the presence of the Pembroke Glacier Wilderness Zone. View the
classic Mitre Peak before returning to the inner waters via Sinbad
Gully and if weather conditions are favorable we take time out for a
hot drink and a quick lunch stop, with the potential for some
adventurous kayak sailing.
We return to Te
Anau the scenic way with a series of photo stops, hot drink and a
short optional walk at one of the beautiful features of the Milford
road.
Note: If we are
unable to kayak due to weather when reaching Milford Sound, the day
is not wasted. We join a launch cruise and extend the nature tour
home.
Kepler Track - Boat & Hike
Experience an affordable and comfortable ˝ day guided walk
alongside beautiful Lake Te Anau walking through beech forest and
open grassland.
Trip Information:
Departs Daily 8.30am or 1.30pm
Allow up to 5 hours
Group size max 12 people
Fully guided walk
Average fitness required
Minimum of 2 paying adults required
We begin by travelling across Lake Te Anau by water taxi to Brod
Bay with its clear water and white sands. From here we enjoy a
superb walk following the lake edge through beech forest. The track
has a gentle gradient and is well maintained suitable for all
abilities.
Our knowledgeable, local Trips and Tramps guide will show you the
native fauna and flora, explain the unique ecological cycle and
share conservation efforts made on the Kepler track and surrounding
fiordland.
A stop to rest is made on a beach and tea, coffee and biscuits are
made available while the magnificent view is enjoyed. Half way
through the walk we emerge from the bush to cross the Control Gates,
this concrete structure provides a dam to control the flow of water
out of Lake Te Anau. From here the track opens out and travels
through open grass land to the Wildlife Park. The park offers
opportunities to view the rare flightless Takahē, now restricted to
the tussock grasslands of the Murchison Mountains of Fiordland,
native waterfowl, weka, parakeets, tui, kea, kākā and pigeons.
We finish the walk at the Department of Conservation visitor centre.
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