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Milford Sound

Experience Overview

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Uncover the eighth wonder of the world—Piopiotahi Milford Sound, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its stunning fiords, dramatic landscapes, cascading waterfalls, and thriving wildlife.

As one of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations, a Milford Sound experience with BLACK offers an unparalleled journey from Queenstown into the heart of Fiordland National Park, where every moment is curated for an exceptional and immersive experience.

Tour highlights & inclusions

DURATION
Extended Full Day

SUITABLE FOR
All Ages

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On a Milford Sound Experience with BLACK, enjoy a fully private tour led by an expert guide, traveling in a luxurious vehicle. Journey along the Milford Road and take in the ever-changing, jaw-dropping landscapes of Fiordland National Park, with plenty of scenic stops along the way tailored to you. Upon arriving in Milford Sound, board a boutique cruise to experience the sheer scale of Mitre Peak about surrounding mountains up close, along with cascading waterfalls and native wildlife such as seals, dolphins, and Fiordland crested penguins.

Enhance your experience with the option of a scenic flight or helicopter transfer back to Queenstown, offering an amazing aerial perspective of Milford Sound and Fiordland.

This is a 12–13 hour experience by road, with multiple scenic stops. Option to shorten to approximately 9 hours with a scenic flight or helicopter transfer back to Queenstown. Below is a sample itenery, this can be tailored to suit your needs.

Milford Sound Sample Itinerary

PICK UP / EARLY DEPARTURE

Your host from BLACK will meet you at your Queenstown accommodation. Begin your journey in a luxury vehicle along the stunning shores of Lake Wakatipu as you head South bound towards Kingston.

ARRIVE IN TE ANAU

Enjoy a coffee break and refreshment stop in the charming lakeside town of Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park.

ENTER THE FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK

Venture deeper into Fiordland, stopping at reflective lakes, glacier-fed waterfalls, and dramatic valleys. Your expert guide will lead you to breathtaking and secluded spots, ensuring you make the most of your time in Fiordland National Park, away from the crowds.

ARRIVE IN MILFORD SOUND

After traveling through the Homer Tunnel, emerge on the other side into a prehistoric-like world. Descend into Milford Sound, down to sea level, and be greeted by the iconic Mitre Peak before embarking on your cruise.

NATURE CRUISE ON MILFORD SOUND

Board a boutique cruise to continue your exclusive and more secluded experience for the ultimate exploration of Milford Sound. Travel out on the Fiord past Lady Bowen Falls towards Mitre Peak, and Sinbad Gully before reaching the Tasman Sea with the chance to spot seals, penguins, and even dolphins.

OPTIONAL SCENIC FLIGHT OR HELICOPTER TRANSFER

Opt for an aerial transfer back to Queenstown, enjoying breathtaking views of the fIords, mountains, and lakes from above.

RETURN TO QUEENSTOWN / ACCOMMODATION DROP OFF

If you did not choose a helicopter or scenic flight transfer back to Queenstown, your guide from BLACK will take you on a return journey back through the stunning landscapes of Fiordland and Southland, returning you to your Queenstown accommodation or your desired drop off location.