New Zealand, Fiordland
A glacial valley run to the Homer Tunnel and a fiord surrounded by vertical rock.
Length
119 km
In miles
73.9 mi
Driving time
3 hr 43 min
Atlas rating
9.6 / 10
The run
Te Anau to Milford Sound, following the SH94. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Avalanche closures in winter, carry chains
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