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Half-Day Milford Track Guided Hiking Tour
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Experience a morning guided walk to Giants Gate on the world famous Milford Track. From Milford Sound the track is accessed by water taxi and follows the mighty Arthur River through lush, temperate rainforest to Giants Gate, a most photographed and spectacular waterfall. This walk is suitable for all skill levels but you will require some fitness to cover the 11 km.
Itinerary
Giant Gate Falls
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThis spectacular waterfall is best viewed from the swingbridge spanning the river. Surrounded by lush green forest and moss this water fall is our half way mark and turn around point.Milford Track
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeDiscover the world famous Milford Track from Sandfly Point. The typically high rainfall creates a lush green forest for us to hike through.
What's included
INCLUDED
Hot drink
Return water taxi
Professional guide
NOT INCLUDED
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meals + water
Parking in the main car park is set from $10.00 per hour, payable by credit card only.
Alternative free parking is available on Deepwater Basin Road. If you park here, please allow 25 min
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Recommended minimum age is 8 years
The fitter you are the more you will enjoy the trip. We recommend a moderate amount of fitness - distance walked is 11km/6 miles return.
Track is well maintained however can be uneven and rocky in places, this is not suitable for wheelchairs or those who have difficulty with walking.
Operates in all weather conditions (including rain) unless the operator deems it to be unsafe. Please carry a good, waterproof rain jacket, drinking water, any medication that you may require and wear practical, sturdy shoes for walking in (heels, slip on shoes, jandals/flip flops/thongs are not suitable). Do not wear jeans as they become cold and heavy when wet. The operator can provide a good rain coat, please contact them in advance to have this arranged.
The operator may refuse participation if clients are not dressed suitably.
Have a change of clothes and footwear for after the walk incase it is a wet day.
Check in is 8.30 am for a 8.45 am departure. if you are driving to meet us on the day, we recommend a 6.00 am departure from Te Anau.
The guide will meet you at the Mitre Peak Cruise desk in the main boat terminal at Milford Sound at 8.30 am.
Please note if you are late we cannot offer a later boat departure, so please ensure you at the main boat terminal no later than 8.30 am.
Location
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3241251, Southland 9691, New Zealand
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Trips & Tramps