Milford Sound
Milford Sound
Milford Vs Doubtful Sound, New Zealand, Which One?
By Glenn Bongartz
There are a lot of people that ask “which sound is better to
see Milford or Doubtful sound” The sounds are in the Fiordland
National park, at the bottom of the South Island of New Zealand.
Here are some thoughts on the subject.
Doubtful Sound is about 3 times bigger than Milford Sound; this
gives you more to see on an overnight trip. The trip to Doubtful
takes 30 minutes to drive from Te Anau to Manapouri, then an
hour boat ride, then a 45 minute bus ride which includes a visit
to the hydro dam. (It is not accessible by car).
The Doubtful overnight trip gives you swimming, kayaking and
small boat rides. You will also get to see some dolphins and fur
seals.
The trip to Doubtful sound would cost upward from $215nzd per
person (this price would be for a day trip and depend on
season). There is a bit of travelling to get to Doubtful Sound
but this means less people and more nature.
If you are limited on time and can't do an overnight on
Doubtful sound, then Milford sound is still a fantastic
experience and the trails on the way to Milford Sound are
spectacular. You get to go through the narrow Homer tunnel on
the drive in while you drive through the rain forests of the
Fiordland National park, with lots of little walks and scenic
stops along the way. You should give yourself 3 hours to drive
from Te Anau to Milford. Then another option would be to take a
half day or full day to hike into Milford Sound, if you have any
spare time.
A 90 minute boat trip on Milford Sound would cost around $75nzd
depending on season, and you will still see some of the wildlife
in the area.
Both sounds are great, the main thing you would have to think
about is “how much time do I have”. Doubtful is said to be the
better overnight trip. If you don’t have that much time take the
day trip of Milford sound. Take any off-ship excursion that is
offered, as this will give you a true feel for the flora and
fauna in the Fiordland National park.
If you are driving to Te Anau yourself to see either sound, you
are best to stay in Te Anau the night to get an early start
ahead of the many tour busses that set out from Queenstown each
day.
There are many great tour companies that offer trips from
Queenstown for both Milford and Doubtful Sounds.
During peak and shoulder seasons from the start of November
until the end of March, book well in advance for either trip.
This is one of New Zealand’s most popular scenic
attractions.What ever you decide you will experience a great
scenic trip.
About the Author: http://www.newzealandatoz.com New Zealand
AtoZ provides useful New Zealand free information and advice to
travellers, including a full list of all New Zealand car,
motorhome and campervan rental companies along with their daily
hire rates. Your complete guide to New Zealand.
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Milford Vs Doubtful Sound, New Zealand, Which One?
By Glenn Bongartz
There are a lot of people that ask “which sound is better to
see Milford or Doubtful sound” The sounds are in the Fiordland
National park, at the bottom of the South Island of New Zealand.
Here are some thoughts on the subject.
Doubtful Sound is about 3 times bigger than Milford Sound; this
gives you more to see on an overnight trip. The trip to Doubtful
takes 30 minutes to drive from Te Anau to Manapouri, then an
hour boat ride, then a 45 minute bus ride which includes a visit
to the hydro dam. (It is not accessible by car).
The Doubtful overnight trip gives you swimming, kayaking and
small boat rides. You will also get to see some dolphins and fur
seals.
The trip to Doubtful sound would cost upward from $215nzd per
person (this price would be for a day trip and depend on
season). There is a bit of travelling to get to Doubtful Sound
but this means less people and more nature.
If you are limited on time and can't do an overnight on
Doubtful sound, then Milford sound is still a fantastic
experience and the trails on the way to Milford Sound are
spectacular. You get to go through the narrow Homer tunnel on
the drive in while you drive through the rain forests of the
Fiordland National park, with lots of little walks and scenic
stops along the way. You should give yourself 3 hours to drive
from Te Anau to Milford. Then another option would be to take a
half day or full day to hike into Milford Sound, if you have any
spare time.
A 90 minute boat trip on Milford Sound would cost around $75nzd
depending on season, and you will still see some of the wildlife
in the area.
Both sounds are great, the main thing you would have to think
about is “how much time do I have”. Doubtful is said to be the
better overnight trip. If you don’t have that much time take the
day trip of Milford sound. Take any off-ship excursion that is
offered, as this will give you a true feel for the flora and
fauna in the Fiordland National park.
If you are driving to Te Anau yourself to see either sound, you
are best to stay in Te Anau the night to get an early start
ahead of the many tour busses that set out from Queenstown each
day.
There are many great tour companies that offer trips from
Queenstown for both Milford and Doubtful Sounds.
During peak and shoulder seasons from the start of November
until the end of March, book well in advance for either trip.
This is one of New Zealand’s most popular scenic
attractions.What ever you decide you will experience a great
scenic trip.
About the Author: http://www.newzealandatoz.com New Zealand
AtoZ provides useful New Zealand free information and advice to
travellers, including a full list of all New Zealand car,
motorhome and campervan rental companies along with their daily
hire rates. Your complete guide to New Zealand.
Source: http://www.isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=67724&ca=Travel
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