Queenstown · GUIDED HIKES & GREAT WALKS
12 reviewed
Of the 12 guided hikes & great walks on this site, these 12 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and the details that matter sit below, so you can choose in a few minutes and get back to the fun part.
Jet-boat speed on the Matukituki River plus a guided wilderness walk in Mount Aspiring National Park from Wanaka.
“Perfect mix of jet boat and stunning scenery. James was an excellent host. What an amazing way to access otherwise inaccessible places.”
Guided Milford Track hike to Giant’s Gate, then a 2-hour small-boat Milford Sound cruise with wildlife spotting. From $215.
“What an amazing day! Due to weather conditions we had to reschedule our trip to the next day (torrential rain caused many trees to fall onto the road that goes into Milford sound). It was so easy to reschedule, the company were incredible at making sure we were still able to get our experience. The guide for the hike was so lovely! The hike and cruise were both amazing with stunning views. Highly recommend”
A half-day Wanaka adventure combining high-speed jet boating on the Matukituki River with a 50-minute glacier-fed wilderness walk.
“The skill of the tour guide navigating the river.”
Guided Routeburn Track full-day hike from Queenstown with lunch, snacks, water, and expert bird and forest stories.
“Well experienced guide, friendly group of people, breathtaking view, amazing experience for beginner”
Fly to Mt Aspiring, hike Siberia River, then jet boat back through crystal-clear water on a half-day adventure near Wanaka.
“GREAT experience! Traveled with my son on this adventure that includes planes, hiking and a jet boat. Plane holds only 4 people and takes off/lands on a grass field which is a NZ way to start. 20-30 minute flight around the valleys and then laRead more”
Half-day Routeburn Track guided walk from Queenstown into Mt Aspiring National Park with snacks, water, and included transfers.
“Spent a most enjoyable afternoon with our guide Roger, his knowledge and compaby were first rate. The walk was easily manageable through a very beautiful setting.”
Small-group Routeburn Track hike from Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu views, guided rainforest walk, Glenorchy stop, and round-trip transport.
“Great hike with Charles! Beautiful views, very knowledgeable about plant and bird identification. Had our own private vehicle and guided time for 4.”
Guided hike to Rob Roy Glacier from Wānaka, with expert local guidance, rainforest-to-alpine scenery, and a gourmet packed lunch.
“I had a lovely day with this tour. The hike was amazing and the views were stunning. Nik was an incredible guide! She was extremely knowledgeable about the different plants and birds we saw throughout the hike. I would recommend this guided hike to anyone!”
Guided Routeburn Track hike from Queenstown with a swing bridge, beech forest, alpine gardens, and picnic lunch. Full or half day.
“Hayden was an awesome guide. We went to the most beautiful places I've ever seen in my life and he treated us with so much kindness and took us to very special places. The group was small and it felt like hiking with friends. The tour went through really beautiful places up the mountain and then out on the plains as well. The lunch was pretty decent picnic, enough and just good for the track. I will definitely do this again when I'm back to Queenstown!”
Experience the Wanaka High Country Walk with 4WD access to private trails, Lake Wanaka views, local guide commentary, and included refreshments.
“Lloyd gave us a wonderful back country hiking experience. Views were incredible from on high! Very interesting commentary.”
Half-day rock climbing in Wanaka’s Matukituki Valley with a guide, all gear, and transport. Beginner-friendly, max 12 people.
“My wife and I went multi pitching. Despite the bad weather we were fortunate to be in touch with Loz who is flexible and super nice.”
Guided Rob Roy Glacier hike from Wanaka with a swing-bridge crossing and lunch overlooking glacier country in Mt Aspiring National Park.
“We (my son and I) had a great experience with Markus as our Guide. The hike is a beautiful route. Beautiful drive up Matukituki Valley. Start at a sheep farm, cross a river on a swing bridge, into a cold temperate rain forest, along a gorge above a roaring river, to a clearing to get views of a hanging glacier and waterfalls across the valley. Saw a Kea up close. The only mountain parrots in the world. Heard and saw booming avalanches. An easy to moderate hike on a good track with an elevation gain of about 450m over about 6.5km and then back the same route. Markus is an…”
