
Conservation
At Ultimate Hikes, responsible tourism is at the heart of everything we do. From predator control and habitat restoration to supporting local communities, we actively care for the places we walk through. By hiking with us, you become part of this conservation journey, helping protect New Zealand’s wild landscapes for future generations.

A Legacy Walk on the Milford Track
One walker shares her deeply personal journey retracing her great-grandmother’s 1889 Milford Track expedition.

Meet Jane: A Six-Time Ultimate Hikes Walker
Jane has walked with Ultimate Hikes six times, returning again and again to the Milford and Routeburn Tracks. In this personal profile, she shares powerful memories, family milestones and why these guided walks continue to shape some of the most meaningful moments of her life.

Milford - by land, sea and air
From forest trails to glacial rivers and towering peaks, explore the Milford Track on foot, by boat, and from the sky with Ultimate Hikes’ expert guides and comfortable lodges.

Helicopter Returns from the Milford Track
Take a helicopter transfer direct from Milford Sound to Queenstown after your cruise. Approx. 30 minutes, weather-dependent, with direct route and great views.