Milford Track Stories & Inspiration
The Milford Track, often called “the finest walk in the world,” stretches 53 km through Fiordland National Park, from Lake Te Anau to Milford Sound. Along the way, walkers traverse lush rainforest, swing across bridges, climb Omanui / MacKinnon Pass, and descend into glacier-carved valleys with rivers and waterfalls. Highlights include the thundering Sutherland Falls, alpine panoramas, crystal-clear rivers, and forests alive with native birds. Each day unveils a new, breathtaking landscape, making the Milford Track an unforgettable journey of challenge, history, and natural beauty.
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.