• If you are travelling from Queenstown, it will take around 5 hours to reach Milford

• Te Anau to Milford is around 2 hours 30 minutes.

• This timing allows for toilet and photo stops along the way.  

• If driving, make sure you fill your vehicle with petrol in Te Anau before travelling to Milford as there are no petrol stations at Milford Sound or en route

• Driving conditions during winter (May to September) can be difficult.  Extreme care is needed as freezing temperatures mean the road can ice over in shaded places.  During the winter it is mandatory to carry snow chains in your vehicle as the road can sometimes be covered in snow.  These are available for hire from petrol stations in Te Anau and Queenstown.

Please allow up to 45 mins - 1 hour to park your vehicle and transfer to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, where you must check in for your cruise 20 minutes prior to departure. 

Car parking at Milford Sound is organised by Milford Sound Tourism (MST). The main parking area is approx. a 10 minute walk to the terminal. Parking in Deepwater Basin is approx. a 25 minute walk from the terminal. 

Parking fees will apply in the main car parking area operated by Milford Sound Tourism. 

While RealNZ cannot guarantee you will see wildlife, sightings of fur seals are reasonably common in Milford Sound, and dolphins are occasional visitors. 

• Non-slip shoes/boots

• Waterproof jacket

• Warm sweater/fleece jacket

• Sunscreen/sunglasses

• Insect repellent

• Camera

• Personal medication including for asthma and allergies