Walking seasons

Great Walks peak season – late October to late April (bookings required)

During the peak season the Milford Track can only be walked as a four day/three night package, starting at the head of Lake Te Anau and finishing at Sandfly Point, Milford Sound. Bookings are essential and can be made online, or by post, fax, email or phone. A maximum of 40 people may start the track each day. 

Off peak/winter weason – May to mid October

During the winter months hut tickets are necessary but bookings are not required. The track can be walked in either direction during this time.

High snow loadings and avalanche danger can occur and may well make the track impassable. Some facilities are removed from the huts and track. Find out more about winter walking.