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Start: Te Anau

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Begin Your Milford Track Adventure the Easy Way

Your Milford Track journey kicks off with ease thanks to a coach transfer from Te Anau to Te Anau Downs. From there, hop aboard a scenic boat ride across Lake Te Anau, heading straight to Glade Wharf—the official start of the track. This peaceful ferry crossing offers stunning lake and mountain views to get you in the right frame of mind.

Planning around your hike is simple, with transport options that work seamlessly with your itinerary. Whether you're setting off from central Te Anau or Queenstown, you’ll find reliable connections and regular departures throughout the Great Walk season. Plus, free parking at Te Anau Downs makes it even easier to sort the logistics.

Smooth Return from Sandfly Point to Te Anau

Once you’ve completed your four-day trek through beech forests, alpine passes, and waterfalls, a water taxi from Sandfly Point whisks you across to Deepwater Basin in Milford Sound. There, a return coach meets you for a comfortable ride back to Te Anau.

This full-circle transfer package ensures every part of your Milford Track journey—from trailhead to home base—is sorted. With reliable service and stunning views along the way, it’s the most convenient way to experience one of New Zealand’s Great Walks.

ABOUT

  • Daily departures during the season
  • Flexible, 24-hour cancellation policy

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Coach from Te Anau to Te Anau Downs
  • Boat transfer from Te Anau Downs to track start at Glade Wharf
  • Boat shuttle from Sandfly Point to Milford Sound on last day, day 4
  • Return coach from Milford Sound to Te Anau, departing Milford at 2.30pm or 5pm.  The 5pm departure is recommended for those wanting to add on a Milford Sound Cruise (perfect with our 3:15 pm cruise)

NOT INCLUDED

Hut accommodation on the Milford Track. This MUST be prebooked with DOC. Bookings normally open around April or May prior to the following season, and the walk normally books out in minutes. Only book your transfers once you have a confirmed hut booking.

WHY BOOK WITH US?

  • Be the first on track. Two guaranteed daily departures at 10:30am and 2pm.
  • Guarantee your transport. Daily departures, no matter the weather.
  • Travel in comfort. Cruise across Lake Te Anau and soak up views on the deck, with local commentary and onboard bathrooms.
  • Free cancellation policy. It's free to cancel or amend your booking up to 24hrs before travel.
  • Give back to nature. $5 of every adult ticket is donated to the Leslie Hutchins Conservation Foundation.

AGE INFORMATION

  • Adult: 16 years +
  • Children: 4-15 years
  • Infant: Under 4 years

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS

  • More than 24 hours before departure: Full refund**.
  • Within 24 hours: No refund

Note: **Refund excludes credit card or payment fees, which are non-refundable.

Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*

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