Te Anau
Experience · Fiordland, New Zealand
The gateway town for Fiordland — on the eastern shore of Lake Te Anau, 2 hours from Milford and 2.5 from Queenstown. A quiet base with one good main street.
What to do
Te Anau Glowworm Caves (boat across the lake + walk into the caves). Kepler Track day-hike to Luxmore Hut. Drive to Milford from here — leave at 6am.
Where to stay
Fiordland Lodge for the boutique upgrade. Distinction Te Anau on the lakefront for the comfortable mid-range.
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