Fiordland National Park in the southwest corner of New Zealand is arguably the most striking of the country’s 13 national parks. It’s a major part of Te Wāhipounamu — a UNESCO World Heritage site with the best modern example of the flora and fauna of ancient Gondwanaland.

By far the most popular place to visit in Fiordland is spectacular Milford Sound. But is it the most amazing natural experience in the region?

In this blog, we compare a Motorhome adventure to Milford Sound with an expedition (partly by motorhome) to Doubtful Sound. We compare the weather, the journeys, what to see and do on the way, and the fiord experiences on the water.

We also chat with Wilderness Motorhomes’ Lead Content Creator, Craig McClelland — who’s travelled to more than 50 countries and visited both Milford and Doubtful Sounds multiple times.