Enjoy a guided day walk from Te Anau to Key Summit on the renowned Routeburn Track, a New Zealand Great Walk. Ascending through lush forest and into a unique alpine herb field with views of the mountains, alpine lakes and bush clad valleys far below. The guided walk offers an incredible day out in the heart of the New Zealand South Island main mountain divide.

Important Tour Details:
Departs/ Finishes: Pick-up from accommodation in Te Anau or Te Anau Community Centre (see notes above).
Reconfirm: call day before (Trips & Tramps) on 0800 305 807 or 03 249 7081 for weather & tour updates.
Check-in: please be ready for departure at stated time.
Video: https://youtu.be/KgKCkFVEBCo
Length of tour: allow 8 hours (Te Anau return).
What to bring: Backpack, camera, waterproof jacket, required medication, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun screen, sun hat, warm top, comfortable walking shoes, water bottle and snack food.
What is provided: Professional guide, all transport from Te Anau, safety gear, hot drinks & snacks.
Difficulty: A reasonable level of fitness and walking ability is required due to the 400-metre ascent and descent.  The walk is 7-10 km, with a walking time of 3 to 5 hours.  The track is well graded and wide, with no drop offs.  Not suitable for children under 8 years.  On occasion, wet weather and cold conditions in the alpine area may make conditions more challenging.  We operate in most weather conditions, so guests need to be suitably prepared.

Notes: Please note Fiordland is an alpine area and subject to extreme weather. On the rare occasion adverse weather, road or track conditions may require us to make alternations to or cancel trips. Trips & Tramps manages the hazards of our guided walks and Milford Sound excursions. We also recommend you have a change of clothes and dry shoes on conclusion of the walk in case it is a wet day.