Milford and Fiordland Hike, Bike and Kayak

Each day was a highlight - such a fabulous showcase of NZ beauty. Incredible scenery every day. Well informed friendly guides. Maximising each day ability to change schedule and explore when weather wasn't great. A beautiful country impressed with thought put into tourism industry. Excellent guide. Options were provided as weather was difficult. Good food! Cycle routes well prepared.

Loved all our cycling tracks and hiking trails. Picnics were well stocked with healthy food and there was plenty for all. Unforgettable trip/ Loved your magical country! Very tourist friendly well maintained tracks and good signage. Our bike trails were spectacular! Tons of variety just challenging enough + safe. Many thanks.

Really appreciate flexibility to allow some to ride bikes whilst other in the bus. Great guides. Every day different totally unique experiences. Loved the boating. Liked the midway pause. Beautifully organized, folding picnic tables to pineapple chocolate "like mountains, remarkable" a great adventure in a beautiful land. Literally the future of a beautiful humanity.

If you like cycling, a bit of hiking, dramatic landscapes and exceptional organization that feels effortless... this is the 5 day trip for you. From the moment guide Sean collected our group in Queenstown, we knew we were in safe hands. Capable, relaxed, kind, informative and personable, Sean haps to make what is an epic itinerary truly outstanding. Plus he can back a trailer like nobody's business. Every day was magical, from the 40 or so km loop cycle on the first day from the lower Shotover Bridge to Arrowtown (or Gibbston) and back, to the Kingston to Five Rivers leg to the ride that saw us arrive at Walter Peak Station. And every 10km or so, when the trail allowed, there'd be Sean calmly waiting just to ensure we were safe, fed, watered, not lost. It's all the best things of being a child, but as an adult. The night on Milford Sound aboard the Wanderer was also a delight, making this an utterly fabulous tour. Thank you.

Such a well organized trip, with full days, exciting trails/walks. Great food/snacks. What really made our trip was the people we were lucky enough to be traveling with and our exceptional guide Sean. He was so knowledgable, personable and went the extra mile to ensure we were all happy. 'Five star service'.

We absolutely loved our trip and would have no hesitation in going with [the operator] again. Extremely impressed with the organization of the trip, it was just so easy. When you consider everything that is included the trip is great value for money. Our two guides were amazing and never got tired of all our questions and requests. We would have preferred a little more cycling. But otherwise we enjoyed this trip immensely. Thank you to all at [the operator]. The weather certainly helped. Riding the Milford Road in glorious sunshine was just magnificent. Spending the night on Milford sound was magical. Spending the last day riding through the Von Valley with our new pals and awesome guides was truly special, including the wonderful smorgasbord picnic lunch prepared by Sean, which we enjoyed in a tranquil meadow next to the stream.

From my initial website enquiry and dealings with the sales team, including the wonderful advice to consider an e-bike right up until the end of the tour - I was very impressed. The tour itself was well planned - and our guides - Chris and Sean - were wonderful. They were helpful and their assistance and care for the group was above and beyond what I would have expected. The tour was modified to cope with our individual group. The kayaking was fun and the operator also very knowledgeable and helpful. Lunches and snacks were great, and restaurant meals seamless. The days were packed tightly with activity - and our 5 days seemed like we got 10 days worth of things included! A very happy customer! If you are uncertain about your capabilities - give it a go! If you are unsure if you can cycle that far or up the hills - try an e-bike. The physical preparation recommended is also very beneficial.

The guides were amazing! Both guides were knowledgeable about the area and were terrific at sharing their knowledge during the hikes and drive time. The guides made sure meals were quickly served when we arrived at the restaurant and always ensured each tour members food needs were met! I can't say enough good things about this trip! Bring lots of Bushman insect gel - the sandflies are plentiful.

We had such an amazing experience and will be checking out what other adventures you have in store for us. Heather and Fiona were brilliant, they worked so well as a team, always smiling, encouraging and positive, and carefully planned each day depending on the conditions. Despite the wild weather, we didn’t miss out on anything, and they even squeezed in some extra activities. The wine tasting at the end of the first day was a very welcome treat after riding in the wind and rain. We saw the best of the South Island in a short time and the Milford Sound experience gave us some down time; we were ready and keen to get back on our bikes after this mid trip break. By the end of the trip we had made firm friendships with the rest of the group and the leaders. How could we not, after helping each other wade through river crossings, lifting bikes over fences (we hadn’t worked out that we could open them!) encouraging each other to keep going on wet and windy cycle rides - and many shared meals recounting our adventures. We’ve been on group cycling trips in Europe and Asia over the past few years, and this trip was definitely the best supported, and was clearly planned to be ‘environmentally friendly’ too.

[The operator] goes beyond expectations again! From their comprehensive website deciding on a trip to initial inquiries to keeping in contact throughout the process ….to actually doing the trip was a breeze.

Guide was the tops for organization and knowledge and adapatability….and fun!

Meals and accommodation as well as outdoor coffee stops all the best. Bikes and transportation could not be faulted.

[The operator] went over and beyond expectations in unpredictable Covid times to adapt and make sure the trip happened.

This is my second trip with [the operator] and there would be no reason at all to choose any other company as they could not be faulted.

We really enjoyed our trip, especially getting to do the alternative overnight boat trip on Doubtful Sound, which we would actually recommend. We did miss out on the extra hike to Key summit but the weather had turned to rain by then anyway. Fiona our guide was great and we all got along very well.

Average. Milford sound part is worth it but half of the MTB was just ordinary... Parallel to state highway, nothing amazing. Kayak was more talking than exploring. I got the sense that there was a lot of filler. Activity timing was well off and one day we couldn't even do one of the main walks and another day lunch had stopped serving hot food due to the time. Note that this was not a slow group either. One of the breakfast places served very small portions prior to a 50km ride.

One of the guides was amazing but I was disappointed in the other as she seemed to flounder and forget things easily.

I cannot rate this trip highly enough! Of course it IS New Zealand, but even so! The well-planned itineraries, the incredible guides who took such good care of us with such lovely attitudes, and my lovely adventurous tour companions - five beautiful and memorable days in my life! Thank you all...

Now I understand why all the reviews I read said 'Just do it"! The Milford & Fiordland Hike + Bike + Kayak truly exceeded all my expectations. I was a bit nervous as this was my first adventure-type holiday but I could not have picked a better trip to start with as the mixture of activities was ideal. Any apprehension I was feeling melted away as soon as I met our group of 10 lovely like-minded travelers. We were also accompanied by our two amazing guides, Rob and Sam, whose experience and specialized knowledge greatly enhanced our daily activities. The itinerary was great and the cycling was such an awesome way to spend time in such a beautiful part of the world. I was in two minds about whether to get an e-bike, but doing so definitely added to the overall enjoyment and also allowed me to be able to stop and take oodles of photos without dropping back too far! One of the ladies said this was her third trip with [the operator] and I would not hesitate to do another one (or more) with this company. All the accommodation we stayed at was wonderful. Oh and the food!!! I was not expecting to be so well-catered for, with the meals that were provided. An added bonus! I will be highly recommending this trip to anyone.

What a great adventure! Hiking, biking and kayaking! Good quality bike helmets, accessories.. especially loved the E-bikes. As there were long roads and good, steady, uphill climbs, the E-bike, made it easier to take in the beautiful surroundings, especially on the last day which was our 52km ride. The guides were very knowledgeable, everything as promised. The food was especially yummy - lunches and a couple of dinners. The overnight boat excursion was excellent!

It rained a lot on days we hiked unfortunately but what are you going do about mother nature? All in all I would recommend this trip. It was Amazing!

This tour had it all with kayaking on Milford Sound, two fantastic hikes and 3 solid days of riding. Our group was only 4 so thank you for not cancelling. Rudy was a dedicated guide, very knowledgeable passing on his vast experience working in the National Parks. The accommodation was very comfortable and the meals (salmon) at the Distinction is Te Anau were superb. Only a few steep hills to negotiate over the 150km of riding so I used a Standard bike. Karen had the E-bike and it will get anyone up and over the hills with ease.

Time Framing was a little off on day 1 eg. never kayaked the first morning; break down in communication, meant the weather conditions were not suitable by the time we found out it had been canceled.

Really pleased we got to do a litttle from the Boat.

Thank you [operator] for letting us see the glow worm caves. I had seen them but my fellow companions had not. Awesome engineering. The weather conditions were great. Saw some Beautiful country.

Rudy our Guide has a ton of knowledge about all things outdoor.

Meals were great. Accommodation was very good too. My only criticism with the TeAnau accommodation is extremely poor wifi ; Too big ; too many people.

Spectacular scenery, oh so fun activities, plenty of cycling, hiking on amazing tracks, The Milford Sound boat cruise was just so great. Waterfalls, seals dolphins. And the swim I did into the water was such an experience, one I won’t forget. Our tour leader Abe was outstanding- thank-you for everything.

Our hike, bike and kayaks trip with Abe was fantastic. Each day brought us beautiful scenery, no matter where we turned our heads.The views while kayaking on the Lake Wakatipu were stunning while being all alone on the lake was unforgettable. Hiking in the Fiordland National park in the forest was awesome. The various bike trails that we biked were all so different in scenery. We are looking forward to our next trip with [the operator] in a few days!

The customized Fiordland trip including kayaking on Lake Moke; biking in Glenorchy; parts of Around the Mountain; between Manapouri and Te Anau and the Hollyford Road was amazing as was the tramping on sections of the Routeburn and Kepler trails. The highlight being the boat trip across Lake Manapouri; the bus trip across Wilmot Pass then the fantastic overnight stay on the Navigator on Doubtful Sound. A trip of a lifetime so well managed by our exceptional guides Sue and Annie who went to a lot of trouble to rearrange the timetable to fit in with changeable weather at times. All the accommodation was of a high standard as were the meals that we had at various venues. This is our 3rd trip with Sue and Annie and all our group rate them both very highly; well organized; friendly; personable and attentive to detail.

Our unforgettable adventure with Fiona!!! Our recent adventure with [the operator] was truly extraordinary. From the moment we met our guide, Fiona, we knew we were in for a treat. Her infectious enthusiasm, wealth of knowledge and love about Southern New Zealand’s Fiordland made each day a fun and captivating experience.

Fiona tailored the itinerary to our group's interests and energy levels which was impressive with so many details to consider. We enjoyed a wonderful mix of bike rides, hikes and kayaking excursions, all set against the backdrop of some of the most stunning scenery we've ever seen. Spending one night on the Milford Mariner buoyed in Milford Sound was truly magical and ending the trip with our TSS Earnslaw cruise choice! (NZ word for fantastic)

The nightly accommodations were comfortable and the meals were delicious, showcasing the best of New Zealand's local cuisine (working on getting a couple of recipes). The organization of the trip was impeccable, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for the five of us. We can't thank Fiona and [the operator] enough for creating such a memorable adventure. We highly recommend this tour to anyone seeking a truly unforgettable experience in New Zealand. We hope to be back!