- We stayed in Te Anau (Top 10 Holiday Park).
- We booked a boat trip a few days in advance. We kept an eye on the weather forecast and selected the afternoon with predicted clear spells. (It was autumn so there was rain almost every day).
- We drove from Te Anau to Milford Sound through the Fjordland National Park. A beautiful drive! There are warnings everywhere not to drive this road under snowy conditions. We were there in the beginning of May and there was no snow risk.
- There are beautiful things to see on the way from Te Anau to Milford Sound and back. The Lonely Planet has a good list of stopping options on the way.
- The boat was not crowded, thanks to the shoulder season. The children got spoiled with candy and other treats. They mostly stayed inside while we alternately went up to the deck and enjoyed the great views.
- We saw huge waterfalls (thanks to the rainfall in the days before), sea lions and dolphins!
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