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Fiordland: Te Anau, Milford Sound & Doubtful Sound

Fiordland National Park - home to Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound and Mitre Peak - is on many visitors' must-see list!

Whether you're taking a day trip from Queenstown, enjoying a scenic flight over the Sounds, or a leisurely overnight boat cruise, take your time to explore the natural wonders and untamed beauty of this incredible region.

Read on or follow the links below to discover more about Fiordland.

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Visit Fiordland

New Zealand’s wild beauty is on epic display in the stunning landscapes of Fiordland.

Te Anau & Manapouri

The townships of Te Anau and Manapouri (both 2.5 hours' drive from Queenstown) provide lakeside bases to explore New Zealand's largest National Park and pristine World Heritage area.

Here the untamed waterfalls tumble hundreds of metres into virgin forested valleys. Stretches of crystal clear lakes shimmer against a backdrop of vivid green rainforest and towering granite peaks.

Milford Sound

A spectacular journey to a majestic destination, there are many photographic and walking stops on the four hour drive between Queenstown and Milford Sound so allow plenty of time. Once there, explore Milford Sound by kayak or cruise on one of the boat options. For the underwater perspective on this unique environment take a guided diving experience or visit the underwater observatory.

Doubtful Sound

Doubtful Sound is more remote than its famous sister, and is best known for its silent grandeur. Journey across Lake Manapouri by boat and then by road over Wilmot Pass to take a memorable cruise from Deep Cove. Explore aboard a day excursion, overnight cruise or kayak. Look out for Doubtful Sound's resident pod of bottle nosed dolphins.

Hiking in Fiordland National Park

Fiordland National Park is home to some of the world’s greatest multi-day hikes including the Milford Track, Kepler Track, Routeburn, Tuatapere Hump Ridge, Greenstone and Hollyford Tracks. Walks on these tracks, and many others in the region, can be undertaken with a guide or independently. Walks in Fiordland National Park offer a liberating sense of freedom and an escape seldom found in today’s world.

More information

Visit the Fiordland tourism website: www.fiordland.org.nz
Email the Fiordland information centre: info@fiordland.org.nz