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The Homer Tunnel is a historic mountain tunnel located on the Milford Road in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand. Carved through solid rock, the tunnel connects the Hollyford Valley to the Cleddau Valley and is a key part of the journey to Milford Sound. Passing through the Homer Tunnel is a unique experience for travelers, offering dramatic alpine surroundings, steep valley views, and a sense of adventure along one of New Zealand’s most scenic roads.

What to See & Do

  • 🚗 Drive through the historic tunnel 🛣️ to reach the hidden valley 🏔️
  • 🏔️ View steep alpine cliffs and waterfalls 🌊 cascading down the stone 🧗
  • 🏁 Stop at roadside lookouts 🔭 after exiting the dark passage 📸
  • 📷 Take photographs of mountain scenery ⛰️ at the granite peaks 🖼️
  • 🏗️ Experience alpine road engineering 🛠️ within the rugged mountain range 🚧

How to Get There

  • 🚘 By Car: Drive along Milford Road 🗺️ from the town of Te Anau 🏁
  • 🚌 By Tour: Included in Milford Sound 🛳️ scenic tours and day trips 🎒
  • 🚦 Access: One-way traffic controlled by signals 🚥 during the busy hours 🕒

Travel Tips

  • ⏳ Expect wait times during busy 🕙 periods at the tunnel entrance 🚥
  • 🦜 Watch for kea birds 🦅 near the tunnel entrance 🚗
  • 🏎️ Drive carefully on steep alpine roads ⛰️ especially during wet weather 🌧️
  • 🚧 Check road conditions before travel 🛣️ to ensure the path is open ❄️

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕙 10:45 AM – Arrive near Homer Tunnel 🏔️ and prepare for the wait 🚥
  • 🕚 11:00 AM – Pass through the tunnel 🚗 into the Cleddau Valley 📍
  • 🕚 11:15 AM – Make a scenic stop 📸 to photograph the mountain peaks 🏔️
  • 🕚 11:30 AM – Continue journey 🏎️ toward the shores of Milford Sound 🛳️

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: Weather and avalanche conditions dependent

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Daylight hours for scenic valley views

Location

📌 Homer Tunnel, Milford Road, Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

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