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Milford Sound Information


Milford Sound is BUSY! Navigating the Crowds
Milford Sound is getting very busy as we head into the popular summer season. In this article, our owner Toby explains how you can avoid it

Toby Pascoe - Lead Guide
6 min read


Milford Sound: HOW TO GUIDE: Add-Ons for Your Trip
The final part of our HOW TO series - Add-Ons you can include in your Milford Sound experience including Helicopters, Glowworms & Doubtful.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
6 min read


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
6 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


Eglinton Valley on Route to Milford Sound
Learn about the Eglinton Valley and why you should stop here on route to Milford Sound including how you can access it, when to go and more.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 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


Mirror Lakes - A Gem on Route to Milford Sound
Mirror Lakes is a must-do-stop on the way to Milford Sound, with beautiful scenery, rare & endangered wildlife and a photographers paradise.

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


Te Anau Accommodation Review: 'Annie’s on Milford'
In this Te Anau Accommodation Review, we take a deep dive into 'Annie's on Milford', a five-star reviewed accommodation option.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
6 min read


Te Anau Accommodation: Blue Ridge Studios Review
Te Anau accommodation options are a plenty. Blue Ridge Studios are a boutique Bed & Breakfast option offering modern & fairly priced luxury.

Katelyn Pascoe - Guest Experience Manager
4 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


US & Canada on Tour: New Zealand's South Island
Our special guide for United States & Canadian travellers to the South Island of New Zealand including the all important coffee information!

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


South Island, New Zealand Guide for UK Travellers
New Zealand is at the top of the wishlist for many UK travellers. In this article, we recommend some unique South Island things to do.

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
7 min read


South Island Things to Do for Australians
The South Island of New Zealand is spectacular. In this article we discuss how Australians can explore the beautiful southern island of NZ

Alice Neilson - Fiordland Enthusiast & Writer
8 min read
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