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Situated on the west coast of the South Island, Milford Sound is a fusion of natural features that are spectacular even in the rain. Find out how to cruise, kayak, dive or hike to Milford Sound.
Out of Fiordland National Park's 14 fiords, Milford Sound Piopiotahi is the only one accessible by road. A small settlement of permanent residents sustains the area's offering of boat cruises, scenic flights, kayak trips, dive trips, and luxury lodge accommodation.
Milford Sound ( Māori: Piopiotahi, officially gazetted as Milford Sound/Piopiotahi) is a fiord in the south west of New Zealand's South Island within Fiordland National Park, Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) Marine Reserve, and the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage site.
Arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand, Milford Sound is a fiord in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island. It is home to fur seal colonies, penguins and dolphins and offers a sweeping landscape of jagged snow-capped mountains, shimmering fjords and lakes, and emerald greenery.
Deep within Fiordland National Park lies Milford Sound, New Zealand’s most stunning natural attraction. With its magical combination of mountain peaks, ink-dark waters and superb dramatic forest-clad cliffs, it must be seen to be believed.
After a 120 km (75 mi) journey along the valleys, tunnels and winding mountain roads or soaring the skies over glaciers and endless rainforest, you’ll arrive at Milford Sound. 400 million years in the making, Milford Sound is the most accessible yet still wildly remote fiord of the Fiordland National Park.
May 8, 2023 · Short on time? Here are my top recommendations for the best things to do in Milford Sound that you definitely shouldn’t miss! 1. Cruise with Southern Discoveries. 2. Scenic flight from Queenstown. 3. Kayaking tour. 4. Stay at Milford Sound Lodge. Best things to do in Milford Sound. Take a boat cruise.
Spend the night aboard the iconic Milford Mariner and wake up to dawn in one of the most beautiful places on earth. The cruise style is relaxed, allowing plenty of time to view the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife. It’s the ultimate Milford Sound experience!
Milford Sound Cruises. Take the time to enjoy the best of Milford Sound with a leisurely cruise aboard one of our vessels, The Haven, The Mariner, The Sinbad or The Sovereign. Exploring the length of the fiord, you'll learn about the region's history and benefit from the knowledge of your specialist nature guide.
Fiordland, on New Zealand's South Island, is home to the spectacular Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound. Stay in Te Anua or Manapouri to explore the breathtaking treasures of Fiordland by water, air or hiking.
