Cruise between sheer cliffs and waterfalls.
Fiordland, about 4 hours by road
Milford Sound is the most visited place in Fiordland. Coaches go by road through the Homer Tunnel, and scenic flights reach it in about 40 minutes; cruises pass Mitre Peak and waterfalls to the Tasman Sea.
Listings are for identification and discovery; confirm opening hours, prices and details independently before visiting.
| Name | Kind | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| WānakaAbout 1 hour north over the Crown Range | Lake town | Lake town with a famous lone tree. |
| Doubtful SoundVia Manapouri, about 2.5 hours | Fiord | A remote fiord reached by lake and road. |
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