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Milford Sound Information


Milford Sound HOW TO GUIDE: The Journey to Milford Sound
In this HOW TO GUIDE, we deep dive into the Milford Road, the journey you will experience to Milford Sound and the two ways to do it.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


Milford Sound HOW TO GUIDE: Preparing for your Journey
In this Milford Sound How to Guide, we break down how to prepare for your journey to Milford Sound including flights, accommodation & food.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


Milford Sound HOW TO GUIDE: Deciding is it for me?
The first of our four part HOW TO series - Deciding if Milford Sound is for you. We break down the what, where, why and how of Milford Sound

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


The 3 Best Ways to Tour Milford Sound
Find out the 3 Best Ways to Tour Milford Sound including Small & Large Group Tours from Te Anau or Queenstown. We even recommend some tours!

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


Milford Sound - Why A Powerful Impact On Visitors?
Milford Sound impacts visitors in different ways and we witness it every day. From tears, to visible shaking, we explain why that might be.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
8 min read


Driving a Campervan to Milford Sound? Pros/Cons
Driving a Campervan or Motorhome is an option to experience the Milford Road, the only route to Milford Sound. What are the Pros & Cons?

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
8 min read


What is Available in Milford Sound?
Many are surprised to find out how little there is in Milford Sound, so in this guide we breakdown what you can expect to find.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


SURPRISE! Milford Sound is NOT a Sound
You may be surprised to know that Milford Sound is not actually a Sound! It is a Fiord, just like the others in Fiordland. Learn why.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
6 min read


"We were nervous to book a Milford Sound Tour"
Luxe Tours Guests Tim & Wendy explain how they almost didn't choose to do a Milford Sound Tour, but when they did - there were no regrets.

Tim Rivett & Wendy Van der Molen
8 min read


Te Anau to Milford Sound Cruise: Is it Possible?
We often get asked "Can I cruise Milford Sound from Te Anau?" The answer is no, but in this article we dig into how you get to a cruise.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


Is a Luxe Private Milford Sound Tour for you?
Milford Sound Private Tours are a great way for groups of families, friends or colleagues to travel in comfort and privacy together.

The Luxe Team
5 min read


Guest Review: Our Luxe Tours Milford Sound Tour
Read a review from two of our previous guests - Russell & Frances who travelled on the Luxe Tours Milford Sound Tour in March 2024.

Russell Watson & Frances McGrouther
8 min read


Luxe Tours Owner: My Favourite Part of Milford Road
Our Luxe Tours Co-Owner, Toby, takes us through his favourite part of Milford Road, the journey that must be taken to access Milford Sound

Toby Pascoe - Lead Guide
7 min read


Milford Sound Cruise in Winter - What to Know
A Milford Sound Cruise in Winter can be remarkably different compared to summer. In this article we explore the unique factors in winter.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
5 min read


Milford Sound for Australians - The VERY Honest Guide
Aussie Aussie Aussie! Milford Sound is awaiting you and in this article we explore why so many Australians visit and love Milford Sound.

Toby Pascoe - Lead Guide
9 min read


Milford Sound in Winter - What is different?
Milford Sound in winter is very different. In this article we explore the key differences including the weather and how quiet it is.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
8 min read


Fiordland National Park: A Celebration of Water
In this article we explore the power, beauty and significance of water in Milford Sound and Fiordland, New Zealand.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
8 min read


Local Guide - My Favourite Part of the Milford Road
One of our tour guides, Murray, takes us through his favourite part of the Milford Road and the best ways to explore it and see everything.

Murray Patterson - Local Tour Guide
7 min read


Milford Sound, New Zealand - What's All The Hype About?
We cover some quick, hot topic questions about Milford Sound and discover whether it is worth all the hype that you may have seen!

Katelyn Pascoe - Guest Experience Manager
5 min read


Milford Sound vs Doubtful Sound - Quick Explainer
Milford Sound vs Doubtful Sound - our Quick Explainer. Struggling to decide between the two? Or considering both? This guide is for you!

Toby Pascoe - Lead Guide
3 min read
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