Milford Sound Day Cruise

Highlights

• Restaurant onboard 
• 2 hour nature cruise
• Wildlife spotting
• Experience Milford Sounds waterfall and beautiful scenery 

Description

Milford Sound – which is also known by its Maori name 'Piopiotahi' – has a rich history for both the New Zealand natives and the European settlers alike. This exceptionally beautiful area is extremely popular, due to its amazing natural scenery. By joining RealNZ on a Milford Sound Day Cruise, you will be able to experience this natural wonder for yourself.

Milford Sound Day Cruises offer a leisurely 2 hour cruise along the length of the Fiord. Experience the magic of this region, which includes emerald rainforest, hanging valleys and impressive peaks and cliffs. You will marvel at the beauty as you cruise alongside the sheer rock faces and cascading waterfalls – so close, that you will feel the light droplets of spray. Towering high above all of this is the magnificent Mitre Peak – a huge, kilometre tall peak that juts up from the cool, ocean waters. Cruising along the length of the Fiord, you may catch a glimpse of some of the wildlife, including Dusky dolphins, fur seals and even the rare Fiordland crested penguins.

The friendly and knowledgeable tour guides will let you in on the secrets of Milford Sound – learn how the U-shaped valleys were carved out by moving glaciers; Find out why Captain Cook missed Milford Sound when he sailed along the Fiordland coast. Imagine the lifestyle of the European sealers and whalers, who built small settlements along the sheer, isolated terrain, and discover the legend behind the Maori name, Piopiotahi, and why this area is such an integral part of Maori myth. The history of Milford Sound is almost as amazing as the awe-inspiring vista!

Trip Includes

• 2 hour Milford Sound boat cruise 
• Specialist nature guides provide commentary
• Tea, barista coffee, and food available to purchase from the restaurant onboard

Duration

• 2 hours (8:45am cruise is shorter in length - approx 1hr 30 mins)

Departures

• Summer (Oct-Apr) - 8:45am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, 1:15pm & 3:30pm
• Winter (May-Sep) - 11:00am & 1:15pm
• Departs from the main visitor terminal in Milford Sound
• Operates all year (rain or shine)

Other Information

• Please bring: non-slip shoes/boots, waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent & camera
• Child rate applies to 5-15yrs & infants 0-4yrs travel free of charge
• Milford Sound is located 4.5hrs drive from Queenstown and 2.5hrs from Te Anau
• Parking at Milford Sound is $20 for up to five hours, if guests stay longer than 5 hours then an additional flat rate of $20, is charged payable by credit card only
• If you require transfers from Queenstown click here or from Te Anau click here
• PLEASE NOTE THAT VESSELS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Normal Retail Prices

• Adult: NZD$109.00
• Child (5-15yrs): NZD$45.00