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Milford Sound Cruises

Get spectacular views and breathtaking panoramas of the Tasman Sea and the Mitre Peak at Milford Sound. Sail along the 16km fiord, and marvel at the beauty of St Annes Point Lighthouse. Get informational commentary onboard and learn about Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock and Stirling Falls as you pass them by.

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Milford Sound Cruises
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  • Set sail on a boutique vessel cruise through Milford Sound, with panoramic decks for unbeatable fjord and waterfall views.

  • Premium feel without the premium price tag; pay a little more than big boats, gain a lot more atmosphere.

  • Smaller hull, bigger encounters: get within meters of seal colonies and closer to birdlife while the skipper maneuvers into hidden coves.

  • Onboard commentary brings the region’s dramatic landscapes and wildlife to life as you cruise.

  • Glide past towering cliffs, lush rainforests, and thundering waterfalls—nature’s show at every turn.

  • Choose the guided walk upgrade for an expert-led Milford Track adventure, adding an iconic hiking experience to your cruise.

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  • Set sail on a boutique vessel cruise through Milford Sound, with panoramic decks for unbeatable fjord and waterfall views.

  • Premium feel without the premium price tag; pay a little more than big boats, gain a lot more atmosphere.

  • Smaller hull, bigger encounters: get within meters of seal colonies and closer to birdlife while the skipper maneuvers into hidden coves.

  • Onboard commentary brings the region’s dramatic landscapes and wildlife to life as you cruise.

  • Glide past towering cliffs, lush rainforests, and thundering waterfalls—nature’s show at every turn.

  • Choose the guided walk upgrade for an expert-led Milford Track adventure, adding an iconic hiking experience to your cruise.

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NZ$155
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  • Enjoy a day trip to Milford Sound from Queenstown, either by scenic flight or coach. Visit Mirror Lakes, Knobs Flat, and Homer Tunnel if traveling by coach.

  • All experiences include a Milford Sound cruise with live commentary, plus tea, coffee, and all taxes and fees covered.

  • See Milford Sound’s dramatic scenery from the water, with expert commentary bringing the landscape to life, and its geographical sights from above

  • This seamless day trip includes hotel transfers from Queenstown, making it hassle-free for visitors looking to save time.

  • Choose between a round-trip flight experience or go for a one-way coach transfer to get the best of both views.

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  • Enjoy a day trip to Milford Sound from Queenstown, either by scenic flight or coach. Visit Mirror Lakes, Knobs Flat, and Homer Tunnel if traveling by coach.

  • All experiences include a Milford Sound cruise with live commentary, plus tea, coffee, and all taxes and fees covered.

  • See Milford Sound’s dramatic scenery from the water, with expert commentary bringing the landscape to life, and its geographical sights from above

  • This seamless day trip includes hotel transfers from Queenstown, making it hassle-free for visitors looking to save time.

  • Choose between a round-trip flight experience or go for a one-way coach transfer to get the best of both views.

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NZ$675
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  • Enjoy door-to-door convenience with transfers that eliminate the need for alpine driving or parking stress.

  • Travel the Milford Road with guided commentary and photo stops at Mirror Lakes, Homer Tunnel, and The Chasm.

  • Pick your comfort level between a standard coach or a premium small-group service for a more personalized trip.

  • Relax knowing coach, cruise, and stop timings are carefully coordinated to avoid wasted waiting time.

  • Experience Milford Sound highlights in a seamless full-day itinerary designed for first-time visitors and non-drivers.

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  • Enjoy door-to-door convenience with transfers that eliminate the need for alpine driving or parking stress.

  • Travel the Milford Road with guided commentary and photo stops at Mirror Lakes, Homer Tunnel, and The Chasm.

  • Pick your comfort level between a standard coach or a premium small-group service for a more personalized trip.

  • Relax knowing coach, cruise, and stop timings are carefully coordinated to avoid wasted waiting time.

  • Experience Milford Sound highlights in a seamless full-day itinerary designed for first-time visitors and non-drivers.

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NZ$245
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  • Start your guided tour of Milford Sound from Te Anau. Start closer and breathe easier: shorter travel times mean a relaxed 8–9-hour day with crowd-beating schedules.

  • Catch earlier cruise departures, then enjoy quieter afternoon photo stops on the return; more nature, less queue.

  • Travel in comfort on a coach with live commentary, bringing the region’s stories and landscapes to life.

  • The short walks and photo ops at sights like Pops Lookout and Christie Falls best highlight Milford Sound’s geology and unique ecosystems.

  • Marvel at dramatic fjords and waterfalls during your Milford Sound cruise; camera at the ready for every angle.

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  • Start your guided tour of Milford Sound from Te Anau. Start closer and breathe easier: shorter travel times mean a relaxed 8–9-hour day with crowd-beating schedules.

  • Catch earlier cruise departures, then enjoy quieter afternoon photo stops on the return; more nature, less queue.

  • Travel in comfort on a coach with live commentary, bringing the region’s stories and landscapes to life.

  • The short walks and photo ops at sights like Pops Lookout and Christie Falls best highlight Milford Sound’s geology and unique ecosystems.

  • Marvel at dramatic fjords and waterfalls during your Milford Sound cruise; camera at the ready for every angle.

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NZ$205
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2 more
  • Stay on Milford Sound after the day boats leave and watch the fjord transform with sunset colors, starlit skies, and morning calm.

  • Sleep in the comfort of a private cabin and wake to mirrored dawn reflections that no day visitor ever sees.

  • Join guided evening activities such as kayaking, tender boat excursions, and nature talks that deepen your connection to the landscape.

  • Choose this overnight experience for honeymoons, anniversaries, or photography trips where golden and blue hour light matter most.

  • Opt for round-trip coach transfers from Queenstown or Te Anau for a seamless, stress-free journey to and from the cruise.

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  • Stay on Milford Sound after the day boats leave and watch the fjord transform with sunset colors, starlit skies, and morning calm.

  • Sleep in the comfort of a private cabin and wake to mirrored dawn reflections that no day visitor ever sees.

  • Join guided evening activities such as kayaking, tender boat excursions, and nature talks that deepen your connection to the landscape.

  • Choose this overnight experience for honeymoons, anniversaries, or photography trips where golden and blue hour light matter most.

  • Opt for round-trip coach transfers from Queenstown or Te Anau for a seamless, stress-free journey to and from the cruise.

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NZ$649
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2 more
  • Travel in a small group by comfortable minibus, guided by locals who share stories and insights that make the long journey engaging from start to finish.

  • Stop often along the Milford Road, Lake Wakatipu, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, and the Homer Tunnel, for photos, short walks, and hidden “secret spots” away from the crowds.

  • Cruise Milford Sound on a boutique vessel with fewer passengers, giving you close-up views of waterfalls, wildlife, and sheer cliffs in a relaxed, uncrowded setting.

  • Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch and surprise snacks included in your day, so you can stay energized while soaking up the scenery.

  • Relax knowing the entire trip is carefully planned for comfort and flow, with fast-tracked cruise boarding and seamless connections from road to water.

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  • Travel in a small group by comfortable minibus, guided by locals who share stories and insights that make the long journey engaging from start to finish.

  • Stop often along the Milford Road, Lake Wakatipu, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, and the Homer Tunnel, for photos, short walks, and hidden “secret spots” away from the crowds.

  • Cruise Milford Sound on a boutique vessel with fewer passengers, giving you close-up views of waterfalls, wildlife, and sheer cliffs in a relaxed, uncrowded setting.

  • Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch and surprise snacks included in your day, so you can stay energized while soaking up the scenery.

  • Relax knowing the entire trip is carefully planned for comfort and flow, with fast-tracked cruise boarding and seamless connections from road to water.

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NZ$329
Free cancellation
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1 more
  • Sit back and relax as you sail on the black-blue waters of Milford Sound while munching on delicious canapes and sipping on some premium champagne.

  • Listen to your nature guide give you the history and geology of the fjord as you take in the beauty of the cascading waterfalls and towering peaks.

  • Feel the cool spray of a waterfall as you near the rocks or look out for the famous New Zealand seal basking under the sun on a boulder.

  • Upgrade your experience to get access to round-trip coach transfers from Queenstown or Te Anau, making your trip hassle-free and more enjoyable.

  • Did you know? Bowen Falls, the 161-meter-high waterfall provides electricity for the Milford Sound village.

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  • Sit back and relax as you sail on the black-blue waters of Milford Sound while munching on delicious canapes and sipping on some premium champagne.

  • Listen to your nature guide give you the history and geology of the fjord as you take in the beauty of the cascading waterfalls and towering peaks.

  • Feel the cool spray of a waterfall as you near the rocks or look out for the famous New Zealand seal basking under the sun on a boulder.

  • Upgrade your experience to get access to round-trip coach transfers from Queenstown or Te Anau, making your trip hassle-free and more enjoyable.

  • Did you know? Bowen Falls, the 161-meter-high waterfall provides electricity for the Milford Sound village.

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NZ$389
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
  • Take off from Queenstown in a fixed-wing aircraft, enjoying guaranteed window seats and sweeping views of alpine lakes, braided rivers, and the snow-capped Southern Alps.

  • Touch down in Milford Sound and board a boutique vessel for a 2-hour cruise along the entire fjord, gliding beneath sheer cliffs, thundering waterfalls, and the famous Mitre Peak.

  • Watch for seals, dolphins, and rare Fiordland penguins as onboard guides share stories that bring the fjord’s wildlife and geology to life.

  • Board a helicopter for your return, flying a different route back to Queenstown with a thrilling alpine or glacier landing along the way.

  • Maximise your time with this 4–5 hour experience that blends flight, fjord, and heli landing—an immersive “best of both worlds” tour that few other Milford trips can match.

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  • Take off from Queenstown in a fixed-wing aircraft, enjoying guaranteed window seats and sweeping views of alpine lakes, braided rivers, and the snow-capped Southern Alps.

  • Touch down in Milford Sound and board a boutique vessel for a 2-hour cruise along the entire fjord, gliding beneath sheer cliffs, thundering waterfalls, and the famous Mitre Peak.

  • Watch for seals, dolphins, and rare Fiordland penguins as onboard guides share stories that bring the fjord’s wildlife and geology to life.

  • Board a helicopter for your return, flying a different route back to Queenstown with a thrilling alpine or glacier landing along the way.

  • Maximise your time with this 4–5 hour experience that blends flight, fjord, and heli landing—an immersive “best of both worlds” tour that few other Milford trips can match.

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NZ$1,395
Free cancellation
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1 more
  • Soar above Fiordland’s grandeur with a guided helicopter journey that reveals the Southern Alps, deep fjords, and cascading waterfalls from airframes few visitors ever experience.

  • Enjoy an intimate, personalized flight, capped at just six guests per helicopter, with guaranteed window views and expert pilot commentary.

  • Land in unforgettable places, from the heart of Milford Sound for a guided walk beneath sheer cliffs and through ancient rainforest, to remote glacier or alpine sites.

  • Feel safe and cared for throughout, with a modern Airbus helicopter, full safety briefing, and experienced crew ensuring peace of mind.

  • Turn a bucket-list moment into a seamless adventure, with efficient, stress-free timing from Queenstown and logistics handled to perfection.

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  • Soar above Fiordland’s grandeur with a guided helicopter journey that reveals the Southern Alps, deep fjords, and cascading waterfalls from airframes few visitors ever experience.

  • Enjoy an intimate, personalized flight, capped at just six guests per helicopter, with guaranteed window views and expert pilot commentary.

  • Land in unforgettable places, from the heart of Milford Sound for a guided walk beneath sheer cliffs and through ancient rainforest, to remote glacier or alpine sites.

  • Feel safe and cared for throughout, with a modern Airbus helicopter, full safety briefing, and experienced crew ensuring peace of mind.

  • Turn a bucket-list moment into a seamless adventure, with efficient, stress-free timing from Queenstown and logistics handled to perfection.

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NZ$1,130

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Sarah Vallender
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Sarah

New Zealand
Jun 2025
5/5
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The Milford Sound Cruise was incredibly beautiful. Despite the bad weather, it was a very impressive experience. You could see an enormous number of waterfalls and it was well explained which mountain or waterfall you could see. The option to go on deck was also excellent despite the rain. I really enjoyed it and can only recommend it to anyone! My highlight was that they also got really close to the big waterfalls so that you could really see the spray from the bubbling water and really appreciate the size of the waterfall.
Jezel Aleo
AU

Jezel

Australia
May 2025
5/5
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The ticketing staff at Milord Sound Cruise were incredibly accommodating. We were running late and missed our original booking, but they kindly allowed us to join the next cruise. The captain and assistant were both very friendly, and they even let my daughter have the experience of steering the boat. The tour guide was also really funny, which made the whole trip even more enjoyable.
Izzah Haidah Binte Osman
SG

Izzah

Singapore
May 2025
5/5
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Loved the small boat and that we could get close to the waterfall. My husband and I were happy to be able to stand in front of the boat while the boat was turning. Best experience of our trip! Thanks so much and for the skipper for all the information given during the tour.
Seyyedmehdi Naserikondelu
AU

Seyyedmehdi

Australia
Apr 2025
5/5
The nature was the best. Flight was fantastic. Cruise was OK, but better and bigger cruises also were available, but in more cost. The experience was incredible during my trip in New Zealand 😊😊. Thanks for headout for making everything better.
Christopher Job
DE

Christopher

Germany
Mar 2025
5/5
The flight was absolutely unique and we had two great pilots in Nikita and Jake. We found the cruise rather boring because there was simply too little to see. We've seen more exciting fjords.
Alex

Alex

Apr 2025
5/5
Went solo and met so many cool people on the bus. The guide was hilarious and the boat ride was unforgettable. Bring a raincoat!
Nina

Nina

Apr 2025
5/5
Tour was sooo coool. The bus driver told us all kinds of stories (some true, some prob not lol). Waterfalls were HUGE. Would do again!
Camillia Saidj
AU

Camillia

Australia
Sep 2024
5/5
Everything was beautiful. The boat was so fancy and beautiful. The staff was really friendly and lovely. The comments were interesting and useful. Milford sound is one of the best place in the world and this company is my favorite one. I'll recommend them without any hesitation they are amazing.
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