We traveled through the area as part of our Island Princess world tour. A calm day, the views were amazing, and unspoiled.Full review by VillagerRick
Feb 24, 2025
We spent the day cruising FNP on the Royal Princess cruise ship. Our cruising day started around 9am, entering Dusky Sound Fjord, and our visit ended around 6:30pm, as we exited Milford sound. We a…Full review by iowacityia
Apr 9, 2024
My cruise included Doubtful, Dusky and Milford Sounds on a perfect, blue sky day. Each sound was magnificent. Pictures can’t do this place justice. If your cruise to NZ includes this opportunity it i…Full review by Nlhoff
Can you drive due west from Christchurch at this time of the year? Are the roads good?
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The roads west of Christchurch should be fine barring an unusual snow event. The road into Fiordland can be a problem at any time of year. If you're not confident and not going …
The roads west of Christchurch should be fine barring an unusual snow event. The road into Fiordland can be a problem at any time of year. If you're not confident and not going all the way into the park, check the train schedules.
We want to spend a few days exploring Milford & Doubtful Sounds, plus this National Park... what is the best locale to base ourselves in.. ... Te Anu? (We cannot afford the beautiful Milford Lodge). We will have own transport and expect to 'day trip' out from a home base.
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We found Te Anu a great place to stay, plenty of dinner options and cheaper accommodation. We travelled by car from Te Anu to Milford at 6.30am to miss all the coaches and there was …
We found Te Anu a great place to stay, plenty of dinner options and cheaper accommodation. We travelled by car from Te Anu to Milford at 6.30am to miss all the coaches and there was plenty of parking still available when we got to the Sound at 8.30am. The glow worms caves at Te Anu area definite must see!
What public transportation is available? Can we get there by Intercity Bus?
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I don't think so but not 100% sure. There are many tour buses that do a fantastic job. My recommendation is to go with one of those tours. They will stop and show you things like …
I don't think so but not 100% sure. There are many tour buses that do a fantastic job. My recommendation is to go with one of those tours. They will stop and show you things like waterfalls, small hikes etc. that you would not find on your own or in an Intercity bus.
We have 5 hours in Te Anau after our Doubtful sound trip before our glow worm tour. What should we do? Kepler Track? Eglinton Valley? A helicopter ride to Milford Sound? THANKS!
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Since the roads are VERY slow (2 lane, winding) driving somewhere will eat up your time. You can pick up a helicopter in Te Anau and view the Sound.
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