Ultimate Hikes

Ultimate Hikes We operate fully catered multiday guided walks on the Milford and Routeburn Tracks
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Some walks aren't just about the destination, they're about the stories that came before us.More than 130 years after th...
03/06/2026

Some walks aren't just about the destination, they're about the stories that came before us.

More than 130 years after their great-grandmother first walked the Milford Track, two of our guests set out to follow in her footsteps. With their great-grandmother's diary in hand and family stories passed down through generations, the experience became a powerful connection to the past.

https://www.ultimatehikes.co.nz/stories/a-legacy-walk-on-the-milford-track

15/05/2026

Missed out on your preferred DOC dates for the Routeburn Track? Rally the group chat, we’ve still got space for the 2026/27 season.
 
Grab your mates and holiday different with a fully guided Routeburn experience. Think comfortable private lodges, hot showers, all meals included, and every detail taken care of from start to finish.
 
No hut booking stress. Just a few unforgettable days on track together.

The tracks may be quiet as we enter winter, but this is often when the dreaming begins.Longer days, mountain air, mornin...
08/05/2026

The tracks may be quiet as we enter winter, but this is often when the dreaming begins.

Longer days, mountain air, mornings on track, and the kind of landscapes that stay with you long after you’ve returned home. There’s something special about knowing every detail is taken care of before you even step onto the track. More time to take in the views, slow down, and properly enjoy the journey without worrying about the logistics.

If a Great Walk has been sitting on your list for a while, this could be the perfect time to start planning for next season.

And just like that, the 2025/26 Ultimate Hikes Season comes to a close! Our final Milford walkers returned last week, an...
21/04/2026

And just like that, the 2025/26 Ultimate Hikes Season comes to a close! Our final Milford walkers returned last week, and fittingly, we ended the season as it began, with a touch of snowfall.

It’s been another special year on track. We’ve seen every kind of weather, but that never stopped our guests from enjoying the spectacular landscapes we’re lucky to call home. While we might be hanging up the hiking boots for a few months, there will still be lots going on behind the scenes, planning for the 2026/27 season.

If you’re thinking about walking with us next season, there are just two days left to secure our early season offer. Save $200 per person on select dates. Visit our website for more information, and we’ll see you on track soon.

https://www.ultimatehikes.co.nz/2026-27-new-season-offer

Today, the final Routeburn walkers of the season returned to Queenstown. There may have been a bit of rain for their fin...
13/04/2026

Today, the final Routeburn walkers of the season returned to Queenstown. There may have been a bit of rain for their final day, but spirits were high, with big smiles to match as they made their final steps, completing the Routeburn Track.

A big thank you to our guides, lodge teams, and wider crew, and most importantly, to all the walkers who joined us along the way. It’s been a special few months.

Late season is a special time on track.The crowds thin, the air sharpens, and the track finds a quieter rhythm. Mornings...
05/04/2026

Late season is a special time on track.

The crowds thin, the air sharpens, and the track finds a quieter rhythm. Mornings over Lake Mackenzie feel especially still, the kind of moment you don’t rush. It's a good time to be out there.

This week, the Grand Traverse wrapped up for the season.Our final group returned with big smiles, a real sense of achiev...
02/04/2026

This week, the Grand Traverse wrapped up for the season.

Our final group returned with big smiles, a real sense of achievement, and memories that will stay with them for a long time.

A big thank you to our incredible guides, and to everyone who joined us along the way. So many stories, conversations, and miles shared over the past few months., it’s the people who make each season what it is.

The climb that tests you.The view that makes it worth it.Mackinnon Pass has a way of putting everything into perspective...
26/03/2026

The climb that tests you.
The view that makes it worth it.

Mackinnon Pass has a way of putting everything into perspective.

Not long left to experience it this season.

This is your post hike glow.Sun on your face. Story in full swing. Glass in hand.Big days on the trail feel even better ...
04/03/2026

This is your post hike glow.
Sun on your face. Story in full swing. Glass in hand.
Big days on the trail feel even better ending here.

Some guests come back for a second walk. Jane has come back six times, with her seventh already in the pipeline.She’s be...
08/02/2026

Some guests come back for a second walk. Jane has come back six times, with her seventh already in the pipeline.

She’s become a familiar face on the Milford and Routeburn Tracks, sharing the journey with family, friends and fellow walkers, and creating memories that go far beyond the landscapes. From quiet triumphs to deeply emotional moments, Jane’s story is a beautiful reminder of why people return to walk with us again and again. It’s safe to say Jane is very much part of the Ultimate Hikes family.

Meet Jane and read her story: https://www.ultimatehikes.co.nz/stories/jane-dent-6-time-ultimate-hikes-walker

Address

Duke Street
Queenstown
9348

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+6434501940

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