Famously described by Rudyard Kipling as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’, Milford Sound is a stunning fiord in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island.

It was carved out by glaciers during the ice age like all modern fiords. But it’s majesty and the drama of its surrounding mountains is hard to match. It is known for Mitre Peak, which towers over it, plus rainforests and waterfalls like Stirling and Bowen falls, which plummet down its sheer sides.

When it rains in Milford Sound — and it often does — those waterfalls multiply with magnificent effect. Whatever the weather it really is a breath-taking sight.

Boat tours are a popular way to explore the inky waters of this pristine natural wonder. The fiord is home to fur seal colonies, penguins and dolphins. Milford Discovery Centre and Underwater Observatory offers views of rare black coral and other marine life.

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14 Day New Zealand Vista
14 Days, from Auckland to Christchurch
from NZD $6,624 per person twin share
  • Brand: AAT Kings Best Buys AAT Kings NZ
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Escorted Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation
A 14 day tour starting in the North Island, making your way through the country and visiting the main sights and locations of significance throughout New Zealand
10 Day Contrasts Of New Zealand
10 Days, from Auckland to Christchurch
from NZD $6,750 per person twin share
  • Brand: AAT Kings First Choice AAT Kings NZ
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Escorted Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 4 Star Hotel Accommodation
A 10 day tour exploring Auckland & Rotorua in the North Island and Christchurch, Tekapo, Queenstown and Milford Sound in the South Island
17 Day Kia Ora New Zealand
17 Days, from Auckland to Christchurch
from NZD $7,782 per person twin share
  • Brand: AAT Kings Best Buys AAT Kings NZ
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Escorted Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation
A 17 day escorted tour taking in the Bay of Islands in the North of the North Island right through to Queenstown and Milford Sound in the South Island.
17 Day New Zealand Magic
17 Days, from Christchurch to Auckland
from NZD $7,782 per person twin share
  • Brand: AAT Kings Best Buys AAT Kings NZ
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Escorted Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation
Discover the wonders of New Zealand unfold as you traverse both North and South islands on this full New Zealand tour.
10 Day Southern Highlights Tour
10 Days, from Christchurch to Christchurch
from No departures available at this time per person twin share
  • Brand: Scenic Tours New Zealand
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Escorted Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 4 Star Hotel Accommodation
Starting and finishing in Christchurch this tour takes in the very best of the stunningly scenic mid-lower of the South Island
21 Day New Zealand Kakapo Small Group Tour
21 Days, from Auckland to Christchurch
from NZD $14,390 per person twin share
  • Brand: MoaTrek New Zealand Small Group Tours
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Small Group Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 4 Star Hotel Accommodation
The ultimate New Zealand tour starting in Auckland, travelling the length of the country, finishing in Christchurch. This small group tour features all the favourite kiwi holiday spots bottled into one very special tour package. 
11 Day Signature South Island Solo Travellers Tour
11 Days, from Christchurch to Christchurch
from NZD $6,509 per person twin share
  • Brand: Grand Pacific Signature Medium Group Tours
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Escorted Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 4 Star Hotel Accommodation
An 11 Day tour of the South Island for single travellers who would like to tour with like-minded travellers
11 Day Signature South Island Christmas Tour
11 Days, from Christchurch to Christchurch
from NZD $6,881 per person twin share
  • Brand: Grand Pacific Signature Medium Group Tours
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Escorted Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 4 Star Hotel Accommodation
An 11 day festive tour over the Christmas time, exploring the magical South Island of New Zealand
16 Day Ultimate Highlights
16 Days, from Christchurch to Auckland
from NZD $10,880 per person share twin
  • Brand: Grand Pacific Ultimate Small Group Tours
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Small Group Tours Small Group Luxury Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 4.5 Star Hotel Accommodation
Departing from the South Island's 'Garden City' of Christchurch this tour takes you in a small group and ultimate style through both the North and South Islands of New Zealand
11 Day Ultimate New Year
11 Days, from Wellington to Christchurch
from No departures available at this time per person twin share
  • Brand: Grand Pacific Ultimate Small Group Tours
  • Tour Type: New Zealand Small Group Tours Small Group Luxury Tours
  • Accommodation Style: 4.5 Star Hotel Accommodation
A festive small group tour that starts in Wellington in the North Island and finishes in Christchurch in the South Island and is packed full of wonderful experiences