Track between Rainbow Reach and Moturau Hut
Family-friendly walks and tramps in Fiordland
Introduction
Introduce children to the outdoors with these short and overnight walks in Fiordland.-
Kepler Track: Rainbow Reach to Shallow Bay or Moturau Hut
To sample the Kepler Track (a Great Walk) or for an easy overnight tramp for kids, follow this track through beech forest to Moturau Hut and Shallow Bay on Lake Manapouri.Duration 3 - 3 hr 30 min returnDifficulty Intermediate -
Kepler Track: Carpark to Luxmore Hut
This is an excellent full day walk on the Kepler Track (a Great Walk) or overnight tramp to challenge young teenagers - it has swimming beaches, limestone cliffs and glorious mountain and lake views.Duration 8-10 hr returnDifficulty Intermediate -
Kepler Track: Carpark to Dock Bay and Brod Bay
This easy track follows the first part of the Kepler Track (a Great Walk) around the Te Anau lake shore to two lovely swimming and picnicking - it's great for children and they can earn a Kiwi Guardians medal too! Catch a water taxi one way for a shorter walk.Duration 1-3 hr returnDifficulty Easy -
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Mirror Lakes Walk
Stroll among small lakes with lovely reflections of the Earl Mountains on this easy, short walk off Milford Road - it's great for children.Duration 10 minDifficulty Easiest -
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Lake Gunn Nature Walk
Experience wild Fiordland on one of our best short walks - wander through red beech forest, enjoying glimpses of the birdlife of the Eglinton valley, Lake Gunn and the surrounding mountains. It's a good option for children.Duration 45 min loopDifficulty Easiest -
Routeburn Track: Lake Howden Track
For a taste of the Routeburn Track Great Walk or for an easy overnight tramp with kids, walk to Lake Howden with plenty of mountain and valley views along the way.Duration 3 hrDifficulty Intermediate -
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Routeburn Track: Key Summit Track
Enjoy panoramic views over mountains and alpine lakes on this half-day walk off Milford Road on the Routeburn Track - it's suitable families with children.Duration 3 hrDifficulty Intermediate -
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The Chasm Walk
Dramatic views of powerful waterfalls and water-sculpted shapes in the rocks will keep kids interested on this short, easy walk.Duration 20 minDifficulty Easiest -
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Milford Foreshore Walk
Wander through beech forest and along the sandy foreshore of Milford Sound, and enjoy fabulous views of Mitre Peak - it's an easy, short walk that's great for kids.Duration 30 mDifficulty Easiest