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Trip Planner :  South Pacific  /  New Zealand  /  South Island  /  Southland Region  /  Fiordland National Park  /  Te Anau

Te Anau

4.4
World heritage site · Bodies of Water · Caves
Set among the picturesque peaks and glacially carved fiords of Fiordland National Park, Te Anau offers those wishing to explore the park a great place to stay and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of a small town in an enviable location. As a basecamp for adventures into the wilderness, you'll find lots of things to do in Te Anau and nearby. Spend the day hiking in the hills or sailing in the fiords, and then try the delicious locally caught game at one of the restaurants. Use our New Zealand route planning app to arrange your visit to Te Anau and any other destinations in New Zealand that take your fancy.
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    Top Te Anau tours

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    FROM $151 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group, Award Winning, Full Day Milford Sound Experience from Queenstown Small Group, Award Winning, Full Day Milford Sound Experience from Queenstown
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    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
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    FROM $122 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Milford Sound Extraordinaire Tour from Te Anau Full-Day Milford Sound Extraordinaire Tour from Te Anau
    5.0
    Duration: 10 hours
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    FROM $330 BOOK WITH VIATOR Half-Day Milford Sound Flight and Cruise from Queenstown Half-Day Milford Sound Flight and Cruise from Queenstown
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    FROM $120 BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Coach Tour with Lunch from Queenstown Milford Sound Coach Tour with Lunch from Queenstown
    4.6
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    FROM $64 BOOK WITH VIATOR Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
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    Popular things to do in Te Anau

    Doubtful Sound ©
    Water Body
    Doubtful Sound
    4.8
    Duration: 8 hours
    Milford Sound ©
    Water Body
    Milford Sound
    4.8
    Duration: 4 hours
    Te Anau Glowworm Caves ©
    Cave
    Te Anau Glowworm Caves
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Lake Te Anau ©
    Water Body
    Lake Te Anau
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Side trips from Te Anau

    Hollyford Track ©
    Hiking Trail
    Hollyford Track
    Fiordland National Park
    4.9
    Duration: 8 hours
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    Boat Tour
    Boat Tours & Water Sports
    Milford Sound
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Kayaking / Canoeing
    Kayaking & Canoeing
    Milford Sound
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Routeburn Track ©
    Hiking Trail
    Routeburn Track
    South Island
    4.9
    Duration: 8 hours

    Trails in Te Anau

    Kepler Track ©
    Hiking Trail
    Kepler Track
    4.8
    Duration: 8 hours
    Gertrude Saddle ©
    Hiking Trail
    Gertrude Saddle
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Lake 2 Lake Trail
    Biking Trail
    Lake 2 Lake Trail
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Luxmore Hut Track
    Hiking Trail
    Luxmore Hut Track
    4.5
    Duration: 4 hours

    Hidden gems in Te Anau

    The Chasm Walk ©
    Hiking Trail
    The Chasm Walk
    4.6
    Duration: 1 hour
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    Boat Tour
    Boat Tours & Water Sports
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    ©
    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Fishing Charters & Tours
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Ivan Wilson Park
    Water Body
    Ivan Wilson Park
    5.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Wildlife in Te Anau

    Wild Fiordland
    Scuba / Snorkeling
    Wild Fiordland
    5.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Tours in Te Anau

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    Helicopter Tour
    Helicopter Tours
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min

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