Overview
Milford Sound, in New Zealand's Fiordland National Park on the South Island, is a world-famous fjord shaped by millions of years of glacial activity. Sheer cliffs rise more than 1,200 m on either side, and Bowen Falls (162 m) and Stirling Falls (155 m) plunge straight into the sea. Cruises bring you up close to bottlenose dolphins, seals, and penguins, and rainy days transform the cliffs with hundreds of temporary waterfalls.
Opening Hours
Cruises depart 08:00-15:00 (varies by operator)
Travel Tips
About 4 hours by car from Queenstown - the Milford Road itself is a world-class drive. Cruises departing before 10:00 are best, and rainy days bring a different magic with countless extra waterfalls.
Hotels near Milford Sound
Hotels and guesthouses in Queenstown, Milford Sound, Fiordland
