Celebrity Cruises - Solstice -Cruising Milford Sound, New Zealand

Cruising Milford Sound on the Celebrity Solstice

Celebrity Cruises- Solstice -Cruising through Milford Sound, New Zealand.
As we sail into the narrow fjords of the Milford Sound, even your massive ship seems to shrink in comparison to the towering cliffs topped by lush mountain terrain. Situated within Fiordland National Park, this natural wonder is part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Site and is protected by its natural geography, which makes it a haven for all types of wildlife. Book now - 503-780-5819 or
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Milford Sound is incorrectly named, as a sound is in fact a large sea or ocean inlet larger than a bay, deeper than a bight, and wider than a fjord, while Milford Sound is formed by the actions of glaciers.

The fjord was a playground for local Maori who had acquired a large amount of local marine knowledge including tidal patterns and fish feeding patterns over generations prior to European arrival. The fjord remained undiscovered by Europeans until Captain John Grono discovered it c.1812 and named it Milford Haven after his homeland in Wales. Captain John Lort Stokes later renamed Milford Haven as Milford Sound.

MItre Peak towers over Milford Sound.

Enjoy a shore excursion to Queenstown -Milford Sound
Immerse yourself in the spectacular natural beauty and rich culture of Queenstown on an overnight tour that features historic mining communities, a lush, emerald gorge, an exemplary winery and incredible cuisine. Explore vibrant lakeside towns and picturesque villages as you journey across commanding snow-capped mountains, awe-inspiring fjords and the pristine alpine scenery New Zealand is famous for.