Your guide to
Milford Sound
Named the 8th wonder of the world by Rudyard Kipling, Milford Sound is one of the highlights of Fiordland – and for many – of New Zealand.
Plan your trip
How to get to Milford Sound
Though this popular location is well-known, many people don’t put much thought into how they’ll get there – but you’ll want to.
Milford Sound is generally accessed from Queenstown or Te Anau.
To get there, you’ll drive, join a tour by road, fly or possibly even sail on a cruiseship.
How well do you know Milford Sound?
Check out these intriguing facts
Save money
Snap up a Milford Sound discount
Fiordland Tours
If you’d prefer not to drive from Te Anau, join Ray on a small-group guided tour to the most famous fiord in New Zealand. Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT10
Milford Sound Luxe Tours
Milford Sound Luxe Tours will guide you in style and comfort in their minivan. Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT10
Trips & Tramps
Enjoy a stunning trip from Te Anau into Milford Sound, with a boat trip and guided walks. Promo code instructions.
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Altitude Tours
With panoramic minivans and amazing guides, you’re in for a treat. This is the best way to get from Queenstown to Milford Sound by road! Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT10
Southern Discoveries
See the best of Milford Sound, from Queenstown, Te Anau or the shores of Milford Sound itself. Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT
Cruise Milford
Cruise Milford is our top pick. They undersell their trips to ensure plenty of room to move around and are family-owned. Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT
Mitre Peak Cruises
Another great option to see Milford Sound, Mitre Peak Cruises operates small boats, offering a range of tour options. Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT10
Pure Milford
Sail Milford Sound in affordable luxury. Tours by road and air from Queenstown and Te Anau, or self-drive from Milford Sound. Learn more.
Coupon code: NZTT
Air Milford
Our favourite scenic flight option. Pick from a range of flights, with Milford Sound being the most popular. Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT
Milford Sound Scenic Flights
Scenic flights, bus tours, guided walks and more to Milford. Learn more.
Promo code: NZTT10
RealNZ: day cruises
Explore Milford and Doubtful Sound by day – our most famous fiords. Learn more.
Coupon code: NZTT10
RealNZ overnight cruises
The ultimate NZ bucket-list experience!
Coupon code: NZTT
Driving yourself
to Milford?
We can help with driving instructions, must-see stops and a discount for the different cruise operators.
Let someone else show you the sights
Joining a guided tour or scenic flight is a popular way to get to Milford Sound.
There’s a lot to love about someone else doing the driving (or flying).
And, because this is NZTT, you know we’ve got suggestions to help you choose the best operator – and discounts too!
Pssssst…do you know the difference between
Milford & Doubtful Sound?
Travelling nearby?
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