Take in the stunning views and wonderful wildlife as you cruise around Milford Sound. Relax on board with tea and coffee, enjoying the commentary as you go, and make the most of the photo ops as you go.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 12 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: • Hotel pickup and drop-off is available from selected central Queenstown locations and along Frankton Road • Provide your accommodation details when booking and the local operator will advise your nearest designated pickup point • The local operator will confirm your pickup details after booking • Your pickup time may differ from the tour start time • Please be at your designated pickup point at least 5 minutes before your scheduled departure time • The pickup route in Queenstown takes around 35 minutes

Highlights

Explore Milford Sound and New Zealand’s famous Fiordland National Park
Admire rainforests, waterfalls, and wildlife as you cruise the length of the fiord
Enjoy entertaining commentary from your experienced local guides

Full description

Enjoy a fun and leisurely day trip to admire the glacial features, wild flora and fauna, and picturesque backdrops of the world-famous fiord at Milford Sound.

Start with a bus journey as you sit back, draw the curtains, and nap en route to Te Anau. Your driver will share their local knowledge as you stop along the way to see spectacular scenery. Marvel at views of waterfalls, wildlife, and the rainforest. Soak up the sights from any of the three indoor and outdoor viewing decks during your cruise and join your jovial crew at the bow as you nose under Stirling Falls for a free shower in some of the world's freshest water. Complimentary tea service is available for the entire cruise and espresso coffee, snacks cakes, and a selection of drinks can be purchased from "Off The Rocks" onboard bar.

Includes

Central Queenstown and Te Anau pickup and drop-off
Round-trip transportation
Experienced skippers and guides
Live commentary
Scenic photo stops and short walks
Scenic Milford Sound cruise
Access to 3 viewing decks
Complimentary tea and hot water
Lunch

Breakfast
Additional drinks

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

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Important information

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The trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound is about 5-6 hours with stops
Infants 4 and under are free of charge and must be allocated their own seat
Wear comfortable, layered clothing and sturdy shoes, and bring a good raincoat, fly repellent, sun cream, and your camera

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 147 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.8/5
Transportation
4.6/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Safety
4.8/5

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The trip started very early, but the bus arrived on time, the roll was called and we departed immediately. The bus was comfortable, and there were enough stops for various purposes. The driver was courtiers, very attentive to the road, entertaining us, passengers, with various kinds of information, news and commenting on what was happening. The cruise vessel was spacious, with a well stocked cafe. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience.

March 20, 2020

Milford Sound is a must activity in Queenstown. The driver/guide was very passionate about Milford sound and made us feel the history of Milford sound. He himself worked building some walking tracks. It was very interesting how much he was involved with Milford Sound. The ferry ride was beautiful. The day I took the trip it rained cats and dogs and I have seen hundreds of rainfalls and on the ferry we were told that they there were 2000 rainfalls. I wish it wouldn’t have rained then on the ferry maybe I would have tried to go under the big rainfalls. If you want to experience that make sure to take some spare clothes with you. Then it would be great fun doing it. Next day after my trip people are stranded at Milford Sound and some could be rescued two days later. This should be an exception and I recommend every visitor of Queenstown to go there.

February 19, 2020

The weather wasn't great when we went, it was foggy and moody, but I didn't mind. It added to the mystery and the grey scenery was very LOTR-esque. Saw some seal cubs sleeping on a rock, some of them were happily swimming around it! Our driver was very knowledgable though a bit dead-pan.

February 3, 2020

Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Full-Day Trip

Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Full-Day Trip

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