Although Milford Sound is one of the South Island’s most popular attractions, the large Fiordland National Park it sits within contains huge expanses of wilderness.

Long-distance hikes through some of the 14 fiords reveal waterfalls, fur seals, penguins, dolphins, and watery mountain vistas—but don’t forget the wet-weather gear.

Active New Zealand

Outdoor and active adventures on New Zealand's North & South Islands

Active New Zealand

Outdoor and active adventures on New Zealand's North & South Islands

By Nicole Canning

Explore Fiordland

New Zealand road trips

Planning long-distance drives on North & South Islands

By Elen Turner

14 days

South Island Circular Road Trip

Explore the mountains of the South Island

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Fiordland

Active New Zealand

Outdoor and active adventures on New Zealand's North & South Islands

Active New Zealand

Outdoor and active adventures on New Zealand's North & South Islands

Explore Fiordland

New Zealand road trips

Planning long-distance drives on North & South Islands

14 days

South Island Circular Road Trip

Explore the mountains of the South Island

Why Horizon Guides?

Impartial guidebooks

Expert itineraries

Specialist advice

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