1. Milford Track - The “Finest Walk in the World”
53.5km | 4 days | Late Oct - Apr | Best for bucket listers
Rainforest, alpine passes and the tallest waterfall in the country - this trail has earned its global reputation.
Experience it with us: On Day 3 of our Best of Kepler, Milford and Routeburn Guided Walk, we walk 11km through lush Fiordland, tracing the Arthur River toward Lake Ada and the Giant Gate Waterfall, then cap the day with a scenic boat cruise through Milford Sound.
2. Routeburn Track - Short, Sharp and Spectacular
33km | 3 days | Late Oct - Apr | Best for fit walkers
Cross the Southern Alps in days - alpine ridgelines, pristine lakes and native birdlife at every turn.
Experience it with us: On Day 4 of our Best of Kepler, Milford and Routeburn Guided Walk, climb through rainforest to Key Summit for sweeping alpine views across snow capped peaks and glacial valleys.
3. Tongariro Northern Circuit - Walk Through a Volcano’s Shadow
43km loop | 3–4 days | Dec - Mar | Experienced hikers
Circle Mount Ngauruhoe, cross lava fields and pass the Emerald Lakes - raw, elemental Aotearoa.
Experience it with us: On Day 2 of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing (self guided), tackle the full 19km across dramatic volcanic terrain, climb to Red Crater at 1,886m, pass the Emerald Lakes and the sacred Blue Lake, then return to the lodge for a well earned soak.
4. Hump Ridge Track - The Newest Great Walk
61km | 3 days | Nov - Apr | Experienced walkers
Rainforest, sweeping coastline and panoramic views over Stewart Island and Fiordland’s wild interior.
Experience it with us: Across Days 2 and 3 of the Hump Ridge Track (guided), walk 33km through soaring forest, over ridgelines and historic viaducts - with a heli drop to Flat Creek and a night at Okaka Lodge before descending to Port Craig. Self guided option also available.
5. Kepler Track - Built for Big Views
60km loop | 3–4 days | Oct - Apr | Fit hikers only
Alpine ridges, beech forest and dramatic Fiordland scenery on a purpose built showcase track.
Experience it with us: On Day 2 of our Best of Kepler, Milford and Routeburn Guided Walk, heli to Luxmore Hut, hike up to Mt Luxmore summit, then descend 16km through beech forest to Brod Bay for a boat transfer back to Te Anau.
8. Heaphy Track - Wild and Wonderfully Remote
78.4km | 4–6 days | May - Sep | For experienced hikers
From alpine plateaus to nikau palm fringed beaches - a journey through contrasting landscapes.
Experience it with us: Take on the full track at your own pace with our 6 day self guided adventure - wild coastlines, lush forest and no signal by design.
9. Paparoa Track - A Trail of Contrasts
56km | 4 days | Late Oct - Apr | Intermediate to experienced
Alpine ridges, limestone canyons and dense rainforest on a route rich in West Coast character.
Experience it with us: Hike the full Paparoa Track on a 4 day self guided adventure - from historic Blackball to Punakaiki with epic escarpment views.
10. Rakiura Track - Birdsong and Solitude
32km loop | 3 days | All year | Beginner hikers
Remote, peaceful and rich with native birdlife - Rakiura is where you slow down and let nature lead.
Experience it with us: Explore the Rakiura Track on our 8 Day Unseen Stewart Island expedition cruise - visiting predator free sanctuaries, remote inlets and the granite cliffs of Port Pegasus.
