The Milford Track is called one of the world’s finest walks for a reason – even the easy, flat section feels like stepping into a lush green dream. You’ll wander through ancient beech and rimu forest on gentle terrain, listening to birdsong everywhere – grey warblers, cheeky fantails, melodic tui and bellbirds filling the air as they feed on bright fuchsia flowers. The trail opens up to stunning mountain views and cascading waterfalls before you reach the highlight: Giant’s Gate Falls, where the water thunders over a huge rock arch into a misty pool below. Perfect family-friendly pace – plenty of time to stop for photos, breathe in the fresh forest air, or just enjoy the quiet beauty of Fiordland. Short, scenic and the kind of Milford Sound adventure that leaves you smiling all day.
