Standard
$1,240per person
Glamping tent with a shared bathhouse, guide shared with the group
Choose StandardFiordland Glamping Basecamp
Four days based in a glamping camp at Te Anau, with a Milford Sound day, a guided walk on the Kepler Track and a glowworm cave.
What you will walk
- Glamping tents with proper beds, heaters and a deck over the water
- Milford Sound day trip with a cruise and the Homer Tunnel road
- A guided section of the Kepler Track through beech forest
- Glowworm caves at Te Anau after dark
- A guide for the walks and the Milford road
This basecamp suits people who want to see Fiordland without driving the Milford road every day. The camp sits on the edge of Te Anau, with a view across the lake, and the guide takes the group out on day trips. Nights are spent in heated glamping tents with proper beds and a bathhouse.
The Milford Sound day is the big day of the trip. It is long and includes a fiord cruise and the Homer Tunnel. The Kepler Track walk is a shorter guided section through the beech forest. The final morning is for the glowworm caves before the drive back to Queenstown.
Fiordland is one of the wettest parts of New Zealand. Rain can cancel the cruise or change the walks, and the guide will move days around to suit the weather. Bring a waterproof layer whatever the forecast says.
Day by day, up and over
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Queenstown to the basecamp at Te Anau
Meet at Queenstown and drive to the glamping camp on the edge of Te Anau. The guide shows you the tents and the walks for the week.
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Milford Sound day
A long day with a fiord cruise and a stop at the Homer Tunnel. The return drive is in the late afternoon, so pack a warm layer and snacks.
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Kepler Track day walk
A guided section of the Kepler Track through beech forest and up to a lake viewpoint. The walk is well graded, with a rest stop at the top.
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Glowworm caves and return to Queenstown
A morning walk around the lake, then the glowworm caves tour. The drive back to Queenstown is in the afternoon, which ends the trip.
Choose how you stay
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Most chosen Comfort
$1,690per person
Larger tent with en suite, full board, guide shared with the group
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Private
$2,650per person
Private guide for your group, flexible walking route
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Included
- Three nights in a glamping tent with bedding and heating
- Breakfast daily and dinner on two evenings
- Licensed guide for the walks and the Milford day
- Milford Sound cruise ticket
- Transfers between Queenstown and Te Anau
Not included
- International flights and travel insurance
- Glowworm cave entry fee
- Drinks and lunches not listed
- Tips for the guide
Pick your departure
| Departs | Seats left | Status | Price | Request |
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| 6 seats left | Open | $1,240 | Request Fri 12 Mar 2027 | |
| Only 2 left | Few left | $1,240 | Request Fri 22 Oct 2027 | |
| 5 seats left | Open | $1,240 | Request Fri 5 Nov 2027 | |
| Full | Full | $1,240 | Waitlist Fri 19 Nov 2027 | |
| 8 seats left | Open | $1,240 | Request Fri 26 Nov 2027 |
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What travellers say
5.0
Based on 1 review
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Fiordland camp, worth the cold mornings
The glamping tents were more comfortable than I had imagined, with proper beds and a wood stove in the shared space. The basecamp is a short drive from Te Anau. We did a day trip to Milford Sound on a grey morning, and the waterfalls were full. Sandflies were a real nuisance at dusk, so bring repellent. The staff were very organised and kind about the early start for the boat.
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Dominic Adeyemi
Before you book
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Are the glamping tents warm?
Yes. Each tent has a heater, electric lights and a proper bed. Nights can drop close to freezing in spring and autumn, so bring warm clothing.
Is the Milford day too long?
It is a long day of about 10 hours including the drive. If you prefer, you can stay at the camp and go on a second walk instead.
What do I need for the walks?
Good walking shoes, a waterproof jacket, a warm layer and a day pack with water. Rain is likely in Fiordland at any time of year.
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