MILFORD SOUND

Topping the list of best places to visit in Queenstown, Milford Sound is a natural bounty that is framed by towering snow-capped mountains like  Pembroke Glacier and Mitre Peak, cascading waterfalls, and dense rainforests. At Milford Sound, one can spot many exotic wild and marine life like fur seals, dolphins, and penguins. Several tours are operated at the fiord and offer guided boat tours.

Location: Fiordland National Park, West Coast of the South Island

Entry fee: Cruises cost USD 65 per person