Bowen Falls is the first waterfall you will see gracefully cascading down from the cliffs above when you take the Milford Sound Boat Cruise, and is the closest waterfall visible from the foreshore of Milford Sound Piopiotahi. Bowen Falls plunges 162m from a hanging valley into the waters of Milford Sound below.

Bowen Falls is at its most captivating after heavy rain when it swells in size, creating a thunderous roar that reverberates throughout the fiord. Visitors can appreciate this iconic sight from both land and sea, whether from a boat cruise that ventures close to the base of the falls or from the vantage point of the lookout at the Milford Sound Visitor Center. It's a serene yet powerful reminder of the immense natural beauty that graces New Zealand's South Island and is a highlight of any journey into the heart of Milford Sound.