Can you do Milford Sound in a day?

How many days should you spend in Milford Sound

SEVEN DAYS

Take in the best of the South Island, including its crowning glory – Milford Sound.

What time of day is best to visit Milford Sound

The area is notorious for high rainfall, but this creates a lush rainforest and immense waterfalls. The best time to visit Milford Sound, regarding the crowds and plenty of daylight, is on a morning cruise tour around 10 am. The best seasons are spring and autumn.

Is Milford Sound worth it

You can have so much fun here, whether you're taking boat trips, kayaking, or just walking around and enjoying the scenery. Plus, there are some great stops to enjoy along Milford Sound Road, too. So yes, Milford Sound is 100% worth it.

How busy is Milford Sound

Milford Sound is a busy tourist destination!

It gets over one million tourists every year. That's over 2740 people every day on average.

Can you do Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound in one day

Overall, there are plenty of opportunities for visitors to truly immerse themselves in an overnight experience of either Doubtful or Milford Sound. However, there are more options available in Milford Sound, whereas the only way to stay overnight in Doubtful Sound is on a cruise.

What month is Milford Sound best

Spring (Sep-Dec)

Spring is a great time to visit before the big summer crowds arrive. The Milford Track will be less busy and there are fewer distractions (boats and people) to enjoy the scenery.

Can you do Milford Sound in a day from Queenstown

One of the most popular ways to visit Milford Sound is on a sightseeing day tour from Queenstown or Te Anau. Milford Sound day tours take the hassle and stress out of getting there and back, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenery along the way.

How long is the Milford Sound tour

between 1 hour 45 minutes and 3 hours

Milford Sound day cruises also range in length, but they usually last between 1 hour 45 minutes and 3 hours. During a standard 1 hour 45 minute cruise your ship will travel the full length of the fiord, at times skirting the cliffs so you can see the native forest and cascading waterfalls up close.

Is it worth doing Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound

Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound are both beautiful fiords that are located in New Zealand's Fiordland National Park. Both spots offer visitors some of the best experiences in New Zealand with the backdrop of some pretty incredible scenery.

Which is more spectacular Milford or Doubtful Sound

Milford Sound sits to the north of Fiordland and is the last fiord in the national park. Doubtful Sound, on the other hand, is located much further south and is roughly in the middle of Fiordland National Park. Milford Sound is easily the most visited place in Fiordland National Park and arguably the most beautiful.

Can you do the Milford Track without booking

Independent (or 'freedom') walkers will hike the Milford Track without a guide and will need to book well in advance, prepare adequately and carry their own gear for the duration of the hike.

How hard is it to book the Milford Track

Pricing and bookings on the Milford Track

Understandably, bookings are very hard to come by. The reservation system for the track opens mid to late June each year for the upcoming hiking season. Most bookings are taken within a few hours and within a week there'll be next to nothing left.

Can you do the Milford Track in 2 days

The Milford Track is located in the spectacular Fiordland National Park in Southland. Te Anau is the closest town to the departure point of this walk (a 25 minute drive), but Queenstown is still relatively close (just shy of 2.5 hours away). The trip departs from Te Anau Downs and takes 4 days to complete.

How hard is day 3 on Milford Track

The third day on the Milford Track is undoubtedly the hardest. Shortly after you leave the Mintaro hut the route steepens. Over just 15 switchbacks you will gain 500 meters of elevation until your reach the most scenic part of the track, the MacKinnon Pass.

How fit do you need to be for the Milford Track

The key to preparing for the Milford Track is to get used to walking for 6+ hours a day, preferably with weight on your back. You won't need to do multi-day hikes in preparation, but you will want your body to be familiar with being on your feet all day and being able to carry some weight.

Is Milford Track difficult

The Milford Track is a moderately difficult hike, requiring a fair level of fitness as long distances are hiked each day.