Exploring Milford Sound

As summer fast approaches, one of the most popular destinations for visitors and locals alike is Southland. Well, to be more precise, Milford Sound. It’s up there with the most popular destinations in New Zealand and for good reason.

Exploring Milford Sound can be done in lots of different ways. Cruise, scenic flight or simply taking a stroll and enjoying the majesty of the place. Getting there is part of the adventure too. Whether you self-drive, take a scenic flight from Queenstown or hop on one of the many guided bus tours that leave from Queenstown each day, the drive or flight to Milford Sound is truly spectacular.

With so many options available, it can be difficult to know how best to explore Milford Sound. When you book with GO Rentals, things become a bit more straight-forward.

If you are planning on a trip to Milford Sound, make sure you check out the latest deals on rental cars in Queenstown.

Here are some of the best:

Cruise Milford

Don’t read too much into the name! These guys do everything. From cruise only trips that will take you out onto the water onboard the Milford Adventurer to Heli-Cruise-Heli trips that include a flight by helicopter from Queenstown to Milford Sound followed by a cruise on the Sound, they do it all! They guarantee an uncrowded cruising experience with up-close viewings of the local wildlife and breath-taking waterfalls.

 

Southern Discoveries

The original Milford Sound cruise company, Southern Discoveries have been exploring the Sound for over 50 years and they are still one of the leading tour operators in Milford Sound. They specialise in nature cruises and all their cruises have a nature guide on board with commentary provided. Their small boats are perfect for exploring and offer an intimate Milford experience.

Find out more here: https://southerndiscoveries.co.nz/milford-sound-cruises

 

Getting around

If you are looking for inspiration for places to visit when you are down in Southland, make sure you check out our awesome Road Trip itineraries. You can pick up an awesome rental car in Queenstown and away you go. Southland is a truly wonderful part of the country which is often missed by many who come to visit. One of our favourite itineraries is a 10 day round trip itinerary that starts and ends in Queenstown and will take you to Wanaka, Mt Cook, Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill, Stewart Island and Milford Sound via the Southern Scenic Route.

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