With this region's fascinating history, a trip to Milford Sound is a 'not to be missed' activity on your New Zealand holiday whilst in Te Anau and the Southern regions. Our experienced Distinction Luxmore Hotel Te Anau team can make arrangements for you during your stay, or contact us to make a prior booking.
Famously described by Rudyard Kipling as the 'eighth wonder of the world', Piopiotahi Milford Sound is breathtaking in any weather. With its fiord's cliffs, mountainous peaks and waterfalls as high as 1000 metres, when it rains in Milford Sound, and it often does, those waterfalls multiply with magnificent effect. It's not just the astonishing geological formations and gushing waterfalls that casts a spell over all who visit this jewel in Fiordland's crown. Fascinating wildlife and rich Māori legends are also revealed whether you’re exploring by land, sea or air.
MILFORD SOUND ACCESS
There are a number of options for getting to Milford Sound, but only one road providing access. The Milford Road is also known as State Highway 94 and it takes approximately 1.5 - 2 hours to drive from Distinction Luxmore Hotel Te Anau. Although it is best to factor in a little more time, as you will want to stop along the way and take in the spectacular scenery. Care should also be taken when driving as the road is windy and steep in parts.
For those without their own transport Trips & Tramps can provide coach transport from Distinction Luxmore Hotel Te Anau to Milford Sound and return.
Milford Sound can also be visited by air. Scenic flights to and from Milford Sound offer breathtaking beauty and a unique way to see Fiordland National Park. Helicopter flights are also available. Click here for more information about Fiordland scenic flights.
CRUISE MILFORD SOUND
The fiord is approximately 16km from the 'head' to the open sea, meaning visitors can comfortably travel via one of the cruise operators from the Milford Wharf out to the Tasman Sea and return in only 1.5 to 2 hours. Cruise passengers get the opportunity to view scenic highlights such as Mitre Peak, Pembroke Glacier, Lady Bowen and Stirling Falls. Playing dolphins and fur seals basking on the rocks are a common sight. There are a number of operators offering various Milford Sound Cruises including Southern Discoveries and RealNZ. Alternatively opt for a smaller, more intimate cruise with Cruise Milford or take a luxury cruise with Fiordland Discovery.
Southern Discoveries
The original Milford Sound boat cruise company. Discover more and get closer to this world-renowned area with a Milford Sound nature cruise.
Click here to find out more about Southern Discoveries OR contact our Distinction Luxmore team for more information and to make a cruise booking during your stay.
RealNZ
Experience it all on a scenic cruise with RealNZ. Choose from a Day Cruise, Overnight Cruise, or Premium Cruise, with coach and flight transport options available.
Click here to find out more about RealNZ OR contact our Distinction Luxmore team for more information and to make a cruise booking during your stay.
Cruise Milford
Join Cruise Milford's boutique small boat cruise and experience Milford Sound the local way.
Click here to find out more about Cruise Milford OR contact our Distinction Luxmore team for more information and to make a cruise booking during your stay.
Fiordland Discovery
Take a luxury, bespoke escape away from the crowds on board the custom-built Fiordland Jewel catamaran that features a helicopter pad, top-deck hot tub, private king suite and chef-prepared cuisine.
Click here to find out more about Fiordland Discovery OR contact our Distinction Luxmore team for more information and to make a cruise booking during your stay.
KAYAKING & MILFORD SOUND DISCOVERY CENTRE
Spectacular kayaking trips are very popular in Milford Sound, as is a visit to the Milford Sound Discovery Centre - New Zealand's only floating underwater observatory. An incredible journey into the sea where you discover the secrets of the deep, and its world of primeval creatures, exotic habitats, and the fascinating sights of the ocean depths. Available exclusively to Southern Discoveries customers.
Distinction Luxmore Hotel offers the ideal accommodation in Te Anau, your base for exploring Milford Sound and Fiordland.