Thursday 4 August 2016

Winter Sea Kayaking on the Sound

Sheer rocky cliffs rise out of the still dark waters as the biting winter temperatures numbs my exposed flesh. The car park of Deep Water Basin does not make for the best changing room, but it certainly has the best views. Dressed in ill-fitting stripey long johns, a day glow yellow cagoule and sandals, I may not look like an explorer; but I hop in my yellow plastic vessel to explore this World-famous fjord.

In my opinion, one of the best perspectives you can get of Milford Sound is from a kayak, dwarfed by the cliffs. Our scenic loop takes in the mile high Mitre Peak in its winter coat, the towering sea cliffs weeping waterfalls and seals soaking up the sun in this majestic winter wonderland.

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