45.03° S · 168.66° E · 310 m

Fiordland and Queenstown

Lake-side Queenstown as the base for the Fiordland road, with short walks into beech forest and longer tracks to the fiords.

01 / At a glance

Fiordland and Queenstown in brief

Altitude: 310 m
Best for: Fiord cruises, short forest walks and glamping
Currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD)
Language: English and te reo Maori
Time zone: GMT+12 (GMT+13 in summer)
Plugs: Type I
Visa: Many visitors need an NZeTA before they fly; check current entry rules before you travel.
Getting there: Fly to Queenstown, then drive about 2 hours to Te Anau. Milford Sound is a further drive of about 2 hours on the Milford Road.
Best months · Dec to Mar: Jan Best
Feb Best
Mar Best
Apr Good
May Off season
Jun Off season
Jul Off season
Aug Off season
Sep Off season
Oct Good
Nov Good
Dec Best

02 / Trips

03 / When to go

Fiordland and Queenstown, New Zealand · 45.03° S · 168.66° E · 310 m

04 / Stays

05 / Before you go

Take care · Jun–Aug

Milford Road closures

The Milford Road can close for avalanche control or after slips and snow. Check the NZ Transport Agency road status before you leave.
Good to know

Track bookings

The Milford Track and most Department of Conservation huts need advance booking. Book early for the summer season.
Good to know · Nov–Mar

Sandflies

Sandflies are most active in warmer months near the fiords. Repellent and long sleeves help a lot, especially at dusk.

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