Milford Sound is the most famous and accessible of the grand glacier-carved fiords scattered along New Zealand's south-western coast.
The road to Milford is one of the world's finest alpine drives and is an easy drive from Te Anau. The road follows the Eglinton and Hollyford valleys, then through the Homer Tunnel where you'll meet Mitre Peak, towering from the glassy waters of Milford Sound.
A cruise on Milford Sound is a must and provides close-up views of awe-inspiring scenery. These cruises are often accompanied by playful dolphins and seals basking on rocks are a common sight.