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Visiting Milford Sound, New Zealand


With its dramatic peaks and dark blue waters that reach depths of nearly 870 feet, Milford Sound is the star of glacier-carved Fiordland National Park. The area's frequent downpours only enhance this... more » With its dramatic peaks and dark blue waters that reach depths of nearly 870 feet, Milford Sound is the star of glacier-carved Fiordland National Park. The area's frequent downpours only enhance this South Island beauty, sending numerous waterfalls cascading down the cliffs. Charter boats, sea kayaks and scenic flights afford bird's-eye views. But the most intrepid nature lovers book in advance to hike the 33-mile Milford Track, a legendary route through alpine passes and temperate rainforest. « less

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4 Things to Do

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5 of 5 stars
New Delhi
May 29, 2009

Glacier Landing and Cruise: The absolute highlight of our NZ tour. We took the helicopter ride from Queenstown to Milford Sound with ‘Glacier Southern Lakes’ Company. Right from seeing the helicopter...more

Apr 20, 2009

We had stayed at Queenstown in the Mercure resort..left for Milford sound via Te Anau in car...left hetel by 6.30 am and reached by 11.00am..the boat ride (Lady of the Sounds) was planned...more

Mar 4, 2009

Milford Sound is a place that appears to be idolised by a lot of travelers to New Zealand. It boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in the country - the fiords are impressive as are the tours that...more

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