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Located on the southwest coast of South Island, Milford Sound is one of many New Zealand’s magnificent fiords, known for majestic Mitre Peak, surrounding rainforests, and several spectacular waterfalls. Bowen and Stirling falls are true natural wonders, plummeting 1000 meters down fjord’s steep sides.

The fiord provides home to large fur seal colonies, dolphins, and penguins. The Milford Discovery Centre and Underwater Observatory is located at Harrison Cove, a fascinating source of information on the marine environment of the fjord and home to the black coral, 11-legged sea stars and sea anemones. The best way to explore the sound is on one of several boat cruises. More adventurous types probably prefer sea kayaking, diving, or flightseeing.

Milford Sound, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9679, New Zealand

Milford Sound
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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