About This Route
Advanced paddlers target Anita Bay to Mitre Peak, a 15+ km traverse across Milford Sound's heart from Deepwater Basin, weaving past reefs to the fjord's iconic 1,692m granite monolith. Expect exposure to open waters and seals; suited for experienced sea kayakers with Rosco's extended tours.
Safety Considerations
Full Roaring Forties exposure risks 40-knot katabatics; MetService gales app critical. DOC requires PLB and EPIRB for overnights. Massive swells from southbound ferries demand offshore skills. Cold shock (9°C water) mandates drysuits. No-trace camping if multi-day.
Essential Gear
Touring kayak (Perception Essence), drysuit, GPS (Garmin inReach), satellite phone, exposure bag, flares.
Emergency Tips
Solo rescue impossible; raft with partners. EPIRB deploy; VHF to vessels. Anita Bay beach evac.
Reef navigation via charts; wind windows narrow. Stats: guided advanced routes 95% incident-free.