Milford Sound is one of New Zealand’s unmissable destinations with jagged mountain peaks, endless waterfalls and electric blue rivers that have to be seen to be believed. We’re sharing all the best things to do there based on personal experience over several trips, including hidden gems like the secret glow worm colony and where to get the best views.

The Milford Sound Swing became a bit of an Instagram sensation and it’s hardly surprising with a view like that! It’s not as easy to find as you might expect though, so we’ve written a detailed guide on exactly how to get there, as well as the best time of day to visit.

We’ve visited Milford Sound in summer and winter and can give you the full low down on the pros and cons of a winter trip. We’re covering everything you could possibly want to know from first hand experience. If you’ve been weighing up whether visiting Milford Sound in winter is worth it, this guide will give you a definitive answer.

The Key Summit Track is a great day hike along the iconic Routeburn Track. It’s a relatively easy climb through beautiful mossy forest to panoramic mountain views. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk, including track conditions and difficulty.