Trampers on Mackinnon Pass, Milford Track. Photo: Ligs Hoffman.

Trampers on Mackinnon Pass, Milford Track

Southland region

Southland region.

The Milford Track (53.5 kilometres) is in the heart of spectacular Fiordland National Park, part of the Te Wāhipounamu – South West New Zealand World Heritage Area and is administered by DOC on behalf of the New Zealand public.

You can walk the track independently or as part of a guided group. Ultimate Hikes hold the only DOC approved concession for overnight guided walks on the Milford Track during the peak walking season. Their website is www.ultimatehikes.co.nz.

Located in the southwest of the South Island, the track starts at the head of Lake Te Anau and finishes at Milford Sound. Te Anau, the nearest township has a full range of accommodation, shopping and hire services.

Track category

Plan and prepare for a Great Walk/Easy tramping track.

Great Walk/Easy tramping track Great Walk/Easy tramping track

Time:  

4 days

Distance:  

53.5 km

Highlights:

Booking form for the Milford Track.

Fees and bookings

Information about making bookings, commercial groups, fees, discounts, terms and conditions, alterations, cancellations and travel insurance.

Aerial view of Milford Sound from Mount Pembroke, Fiordland National Park.

Fiordland National Park

Fiordland National Park is a vast, remote wilderness and heart of Te Wāhipounamu - South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.

Great Walk logo.

Great Walks

The Great Walks are the department's premier walking tracks, taking you through some of New Zealand's most striking conservation places.

 
 
Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact
Great Walks Booking Office
Phone:      +64 3 249 8514
Email:   greatwalksbookings@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
Phone:      +64 3 249 7924
Address:   Fiordland National Park
Visitor Centre
Lakefront Drive
Te Anau 9600
Email:   fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details