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Immerse yourself in the beauty of New Zealand's National Parks

Discover More of New Zealand’s National Parks

Experience the best of the South Island with an unforgettable combination of adventure and comfort.

Pair your Dinner, Bed & Breakfast stay at The Hermitage Hotel in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park with an Ultimate Hikes guided walk along one of New Zealand’s Great Walks in Fiordland and Mt Aspiring National Park.

From the heights of Aoraki to the lush valleys of Fiordland, this package lets you explore more of New Zealand’s extraordinary National Parks, with every detail taken care of.

Book a stay at the Hermitage and a guided hike with Ultimate Hikes and save up to 20%.

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STAY - in the heart of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park at the Hermitage Hotel

WALK - one of New Zealand's great walks fully guided and catered with Ultimate Hikes

EXPERIENCE - two unforgettable National Parks in the South Island of New Zealand

STAY

The Hermitage Hotel

In the heart of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, the Hermitage Hotel offers front-row views of New Zealand’s highest peak. After days on the trail or en route to your next adventure, unwind in warm, alpine comfort.
Enjoy a three-course dinner at the Panorama Room or the famous buffet at the Alpine Restaurant, followed by a restful night and a hearty breakfast to set you up for the day ahead.

While here there is plenty to explore:

Cruise amongst icebergs on the Glacier Explorers tour
Discover the stars above with Big Sky Stargazing or a visit to the Planetarium
Learn the stories of the region at the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
Walk the nearby Hooker Valley Track or Kea Point Track for some of New Zealand’s most scenic short hikes

WALK

Your Ultimate Hike Experience

Ultimate Hikes are the only operator of fully guided multi-day walks on two of New Zealand’s Great Walks, the Milford and Ruteburn Tracks. With expert guides, private lodges, hot showers, and chef-prepared meals, you’ll experience the wilderness in comfort. No heavy packs, no logistics, just pure adventure.

Milford Track

Often described as “the finest walk in the world,” the Milford Track takes you deep into Fiordland National Park. Journey through ancient beech forests, alongside crystal-clear rivers and beneath towering peaks before arriving at the breathtaking Milford Sound. Each day reveals something new, from the dramatic Mackinnon Pass to the powerful Sutherland Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in the world.

Routeburn Track

Linking Fiordland and Mount Aspiring National Parks, the Routeburn Track crosses alpine saddles with sweeping views of snow-capped mountains and glacial valleys. Along the way, discover reflective lakes, tumbling waterfalls, and native forest. This spectacular trail captures the essence of New Zealand’s mountain wilderness in just a few unforgettable days.

EXPERIENCE

Two unforgettable New Zealand experiences

This package brings together two of New Zealand’s most iconic experiences: a stay at the Hermitage Hotel and a fully guided hike on one of the country’s Great Walks. Just 3-4 hours from Queenstown, the departure point for Ultimate Hikes, the Hermitage is the perfect place to rest before your walk or recharge afterwards.

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast stay at The Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki/Mount Cook
Combine with any Ultimate Hikes guided multi-day walk
Explore three iconic National Parks, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Fiordland and Mt Aspiring (depending on the walk you choose)
Ultimate Hikes is the only operator of fully guided walks on the Milford and Routeburn Tracks
All-inclusive hiking experience. Expert guides, cosy accommodation, hot showers, and all your meals, which means no heavy packs to carry
Seemless logistics. All your transfers are covered, so more time for exploring and less time coordinating
The Hermitage is the ideal pre or post-hike stay to rest, recover, and reconnect
Stunning alpine setting with views of Aoraki/Mount Cook
A seamless way to explore more of New Zealand’s South Island