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Private Guided Walks from Te Anau – Milford, Kepler & Routeburn
Explore Fiordland on a private guided day walk tailored to your pace and interests. Departing from Te Anau, these exclusive hikes take you onto iconic sections of the Milford Track, Kepler Track and Routeburn Track—three of New Zealand’s world-famous Great Walks. Enjoy personalised guidance, stunning scenery and a flexible experience designed just for you.
Discover Fiordland’s Great Walks with Your Own Expert Guide
Explore Fiordland’s world-famous Great Walks on your own private guided adventure from Te Anau. With Trips & Tramps, enjoy exclusive access, personalised pacing and expert local knowledge as you discover the Milford, Kepler and Routeburn Tracks—three of New Zealand’s most iconic day hikes.
Set out with your own experienced guide and immerse yourself in ancient beech forests, alpine valleys, waterfalls and glacier-carved landscapes. Whether you’re looking for an easy half-day wander or a full-day wilderness journey, each hike is tailored to your interests, fitness and preferred pace.
From the serene shores of Lake Te Anau to the dramatic cliffs of Milford Sound and the alpine heights of Fiordland’s mountain ranges, these private guided walks offer a deeper, richer way to experience this UNESCO World Heritage paradise. With all logistics taken care of, you can simply enjoy the scenery, learn the stories of the land, and walk in the footsteps of explorers.
Choose from Milford, Kepler, Routeburn, Lake Marian or off-the-beaten-path Fiordland experiences—each designed to showcase the very best of Aotearoa’s great outdoors.
Fiordland Walks - Private Kepler Track Short Guided Walk
Price: $650 for 1 to 3 persons additional persons can be added
Departs: 9:00 am
Duration: 4 Hours
Travel across Lake Te Anau by water taxi to Brod Bay with its clear water and white sands.
Here we begin our easy walk following the lake edge through mountain and red beech forest. The track has a gentle gradient, is well maintained and suitable for all abilities.
Your private, knowledgeable Trips & Tramps guide will share information on your surrounds, explain the beech forest ecological cycle and conservation efforts made on the Kepler Track by the local community as you wander along.
On a beach, or under the trees we will enjoy a classic kiwi cuppa along the way and explore the native forest with its unique plant, fungi and bird species. We emerge from the bush to cross the Control Gates across the mighty Waiau River. From here we will transport you back to your Te Anau accommodation by road.
Fiordland Walks - Private Milford Track Guided Walk
Price: $1485 for upto 3 persons additional persons can be added
Departs: 6:30 am Te Anau
Duration: 11 Hours
Morning guided walk on the Milford Track. Your guided walk starts at Deepwater Basin, Milford Sound, beginning with a short boat ride to Sandfly Point.
Enjoy an easy 5.5 km (11 km return) walk alongside the cascading Arthur River and moody Lake Ada, on a well-maintained track.
From the ancient canopy trees towering above to the emerald-green ferns below and the birdsong that echoes through the trees, it is a unique World Heritage Area best explored by foot. Our destination is the impressive Giant Gate This spectacular waterfall is best viewed from the large swing bridge spanning the river.
We then return at a leisurely pace, taking the time to enjoy this incredible forest.Your local Trips & Tramps guide provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the fascinating human heritage of the track.
On completion of the walk an opportunity is made for photos at the sign marking the end the track. Walkers then re-join the boat for the transfer back to Milford.
Afternoon boat cruise (Optional)
Enjoy Milford Sound’s awe-inspiring scenery from the comfort of a Real Journey’s Scenic Boat Cruise. With purpose-built observation lounges and large decks, you can be sure you will get some great viewing opportunities.
You’ll see the geological drama of sheer cliffs, massive waterfalls, glaciers and rainforest. Keep a look out for wildlife like seals basking on the rocks or dolphins. During the cruise, friendly crew provide commentaries and point out the sights such as Mitre Peak and the Pembroke Glacier.
Fiordland Day Walks - Private Lake Marian Guided Walk
Price: $1275 for upto 3 persons additional persons can be added
Departs: 8:30 am Te Anau
Duration: 9 Hours
Experience a more remote guided day walk from Te Anau hiking to Lake Marian through forest and alpine scenery.
Begin with a spectacular scenic drive along the Milford Road to the Lower Hollyford valley, the starting point for the guided walk to Lake Marian.
The hike starts with a gentle walk alongside a series of waterfalls, then steepens and becomes rocky underfoot as we ascend through a lush forest of fuchsia, ribbon wood and beech trees.
Your private Trips & Tramps guide will provide an opportunity for guests to learn about the natural and human heritage of Fiordland. Regular stops for photographs, bird-watching and enjoying the scenery are made along the way.
Hot drinks and energy snacks are carried by the guide, with a wilderness tea break available as required. After walking for 2-3 hours, we arrive at Lake Marian. This stunning alpine lake is situated in a hanging valley surrounded by steep, snow clad mountains. As weather permits enjoy a picnic lunch at this inspirational location and relax in this magnificent alpine amphitheater.
Descend back down the track to the Hollyford Road and then travel back to Te Anau by private vehicle.
Fiordland Walks - Private Routeburn Track Guided Walk
Price: $1275 per person for upto 3 persons additional persons can be added
Departs: 8:30 am Te Anau
Duration: 8 Hours
Join your private exclusive guided walk and travel to Fiordland’s mountain divide by vehicle.
Your 8 km return Routeburn Track guided walk begins at the Divide Shelter, ascending through lush, temperate rain forest on a well-maintained track.
The steady climb takes approximately 2 hours at a leisurely pace. Your local Trips & Tramps guide provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the natural and human heritage of Fiordland.
Gaining an elevation of 400 meters, emerge from the forest into the alpine environment, with panoramic views of high snowy peaks, alpine lakes, and deep bush clad valleys.
On a fine day lunch is on the summit amidst the alpine tarns, and in unfavorable conditions in the shelter of a nearby tramping hut. After lunch steps are retraced to the Divide Shelter before returning to Te Anau.
Fiordland Walks - Private Kepler Track Luxmore Day Heli Hike
Price: $2585 for upto 3 persons additional persons can be added
Departs: 9:30 am Te Anau
Duration: 8 Hours approx
Begin your experience with a scenic helicopter flight over the Hidden Lakes, beech forest and alpine area to Luxmore Hut on the Kepler Track.
From this Department of Conservation Hut explore the alpine tussock fields and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Fiordland mountains with the possibility of ascending to the summit of Mt Luxmore.
After time in the alpine area, hike down the mountain on the well-formed Kepler Track. The track descends through mountain and silver beech forest, and passes under towering limestone bluffs to the sandy beach of Brod Bay, the pick up point for the rewarding water taxi trip back to Te Anau.
From Luxmore Hut it is a down hill walk (8km) requiring a medium level of fitness. If you wish to explore further past the Hut toward the Summit there would be an additional 1-3 hours walking up and down.
Your local private Trips & Tramps guide will provide an opportunity to learn about the natural and human heritage of Fiordland with plenty of stops for photographs, bird-watching and interpretation along the way.
Fiordland Walks - Hollyford and Martins Bay Encounter (The Ultimate Adventure)
Price: $15,000 for 1 to 4 persons
Departs: 9:o0 am Te Anau
Duration: 8 Hours approx
Fly through the stunning Greenstone Valley, the pathway for the pre-European Maori to the greenstone trails of South Westland, landing in the spectacular Hollyford Valley.
The Hollyford and Martins Bay area has some of the most rugged scenery and interesting early European history New Zealand had to offer.
Sweeping beaches, lush rainforest and gin-clear rivers attracting early settlers with dreams of farming prosperity, dreams that dissolved further with every passing year.
This trip allows you the opportunity to explore this outstanding natural environment and engage with the history of the area. The area is rich in birdlife, towering podocarp forests, sand dunes and boulder beaches – enjoy all 
this and more with plenty of opportunity to stretch your legs and be guided through the area stopping for a freshly prepared gourmet picnic lunch on route.
Following your walk in the Hollyford Valley, discover the famous Milford Sound and all its spectacular sight by air – Mitre Peak, Sutherland Falls and more. Land on a breath-taking glacier for photographic opportunities before heading back to Queenstown where your taxi will be waiting.
Includes: Helicopter flight/Taxi transfers to and from Queenstown accommodation/ Guide/ Snacks and Gourmet picnic lunch.
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Why Choose a Private Guided Walk?
Private guided walks let you connect more deeply with Fiordland’s World Heritage landscapes. With a local guide dedicated solely to you, the experience becomes richer, slower, more personal and more meaningful. Pause when you want, take photos where you like, and enjoy moments of quiet among ancient forest, waterfalls and mountains. It’s the ideal choice for travellers seeking a more intimate, flexible and unforgettable Fiordland adventure..
Frequently Asked Questions – Private Guided Walks from Te Anau
What can I expect from a private guided day walk with Trips & Tramps?
You’ll explore Fiordland National Park on a personalised guided hike tailored to your pace and interests. Walk iconic tracks such as Milford, Routeburn, and Kepler, or choose more remote options like Lake Marian. Your guide provides expert insights, handles logistics, and ensures an unforgettable day in this World Heritage landscape.
How does the private Kepler Track short guided walk work?
This 4-hour experience departs at 9:00 am and starts with a water taxi across Lake Te Anau to Brod Bay. You’ll follow an easy, scenic lakeside trail through beech forest while your guide shares ecological and conservation insights. Refreshments are included, and you’ll return to Te Anau by vehicle.
What makes the Milford Track guided walk special?
This guided walk offers exclusive access to one of New Zealand’s most iconic Great Walks. You’ll travel by boat to Sandfly Point, hike through lush rainforest beside the Arthur River and Lake Ada, and visit the impressive Giant Gate Waterfall. Your guide shares natural and human history along the way, with an optional Milford Sound scenic cruise available afterwards.
Are there options for more adventurous or remote guided walks?
Yes. For a more adventurous experience, choose the Lake Marian alpine hike or the Kepler Luxmore Day Heli Hike, combining helicopter access with a dramatic alpine descent. The Hollyford & Martins Bay Encounter offers the ultimate remote experience with helicopter travel, rugged coastal landscapes, rich history, and a gourmet wilderness lunch.
Can I join a group or share my Fiordland walking experience?
Yes. You can join scheduled guided walks or book private group experiences. For shared options, visit the link provided on the page to explore guided group day walks and discover Fiordland with fellow hikers.
Nearby Te Anau Activities to Enhance Your Adventure
Te Anau Glowworm Caves
Journey across Lake Te Anau to explore a fascinating underground world of sculpted limestone passages, whirlpools and sparkling glowworm galaxies. A magical, family-friendly Fiordland experience unlike anything else.
More information here.
Milford Sound
Sail beneath the towering cliffs and waterfalls of Milford Sound, one of the world’s most dramatic natural landscapes. Wildlife, rainforest and sheer granite walls make this an essential Fiordland experience.
More information here.
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Lift off over Fiordland’s mountains, hidden lakes and glacier-carved valleys on a breathtaking scenic helicopter flight. Snow landings and remote alpine views create an unforgettable aerial adventure.
More information here.
Explore More Around Te Anau & Fiordland
Whether you’re heading underground to see glowworms, cruising beneath the cliffs of Milford Sound or lifting off on a scenic helicopter flight, these experiences pair perfectly with your private guided walk. Explore more of Te Anau and Fiordland and discover why this region is one of New Zealand’s most remarkable natural destinations.
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