When you've been living the 'vanlife' any shower is welcome!
DAY 4
13km paddle to Martins Bay Hut ($15 NZD) There can be large waves at the mouth of the river, portage recommended.
DAY 5
This is where you finally diverge from the Hollyford Track There are plenty of flat beaches where you can camp along the shoreline. You can opt to head straight for Milford Sound if you’re willing to put in a long day. Stay close to the shore as you paddle, but not too close to the breaks which are rougher during the fi rst section. Milford Sound Beach is 46km from this point. You will be paddling in open water for about 30km – because there are camping options along the coast on flat beaches so it is possible to break this day up. MILFORD SOUND TO MARTIN’S BAY OUT AND BACK This alternative trip takes approximately 100km over four days. Start at Milford Sound Beach, put in here and check out Bowens (fi rst waterfall to your right and the largest in Milford sound) followed by Stirling Falls, and then out to the coast. Head north and pick a good camp spot for the night along the shore. For the next day, head up along the coast penguin spotting and camp for the night at Martin’s Bay Hut, or choose another beachside campsite. Return South and follow Milford Sound back the way you came.
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