- Mitre Peak1,692 m
- UNESCO1990 (Te Wāhipounamu)
- Drive from Te Anau~2 h
- GatewayQueenstown / Te Anau
- DestinationNew Zealand
Reach it on the spectacular Milford Road from Te Anau (about 2 hours each way), on a coach tour or by scenic flight from Queenstown. Cruises and kayak trips run year-round, and rainy days bring hundreds of temporary waterfalls. Check road conditions in winter, when avalanche closures occur.
Tours: Milford Sound / Piopiotahi
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Location
Coordinates: -44.6414, 167.8974 · Open in Google Maps
Where to stay nearby
Book accommodation close to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi early in peak season, especially on small islands where rooms are limited.
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