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Fingers crossed you'll be lucky enough to see Milford Sound (
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on a clear,
sunny day. That's definitely when the world-beating collage of waterfalls, verdant cliffs
and peaks, and dark cobalt waters is at its best. More likely though is the classic Fiordland
combination of mist and drizzle, with the iconic snowcapped profile of Mitre Peak revealed
slowly through shimmering sheets of precipitation. Either way, keep your eyes peeled for
seals and dolphins, especially if you're exploring NZ's most famous fiord by kayak.
