Mighty Milford Sound :-)

Milford sound is actually a fiord in the South West of New Zealand's South Island, within Fiordland National park. The mighty Mitre Peak is its best known feature and is actually the worlds highest sea cliff at 1692m It is a unique area for wildlife as the water itself has a layer of fresh water which rests ontop of the salt water eventually making its way to the Tasman sea. Unfortunately we didn't see any dolphins but they are seen in the area, but we did have the pleasure of basking New Zealand fur seals, albatross and other oceanic birds. Again we were fairly lucky with the weather, with patches of blue skies and fabulous clouds!

The waterfalls were also pretty amazing and the boat took us right upto them so that we could feel the spray of the water which was pretty refreshing and a wicked experience. I watched as a rainbow appeared in the rushing water, it was pretty magical, yet completely natural.

I found myself completely in awe of the hugeness and greatness of the surroundings of Fiordland... we were all pretty quiet throughout the cruise because the scenery kind of takes your breath away.