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Milford Sound Cruise

Fur seals on a rock in Milford Sound
People on the deck of Milford Sound Cruise
People on Milford Sound Cruise
Couple admiring scenic Milford Sound fjord in New Zealand.

Duration

2 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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    • This odyssey into Milford Sound’s fiords is an experience like no other: waterfalls, rare penguins, seals, and more of nature’s best compete for your attention.
    • Witness Milford Sound's dramatic landscape up close: towering cliffs, plunging waterfalls, and diverse wildlife including dolphins and rare Fiordland crested penguins.
    • With live commentary from the guide onboard, you won’t miss the best spots to look for penguins or information about the area’s history.
    • Did you know? The Māori name for Milford Sound is Piopiotahi, which translates to "one single piopio," referring to a now-extinct bird.
    • 1.5 to 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
    • Live commentary
    • Other food and beverages (available for purchase onboard)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from Australia, Germany, United Kingdom and over 39 countries have loved this experience

    Sarah Vallender

    Sarah

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    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

    Jezel

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    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.
    Joanne Dowling

    Joanne

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Spectacular scenery, excellent narration and sailing. Ticketing was good
    Hongchang Li

    Hongchang

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    The trip was great. Great experience in the falls, the view, and the wildlife interactions. We had some issues with the bartender who tried to shame us when we tried to take 4 hot drinks with 2 adults waited in line due to my 8-year-old got freezing cold after the mist experience and my wife had to look after her. I don't believe this is a kind of acceptable behaviour in Australia where we came from but not sure about New Zealand
    youngdeuk yun

    Youngdeuk

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    good good good good good good 👍
  • Set sail on a cruise through Milford Sound, where dramatic cliffs rise sharply from the inky waters. Feel the breeze on your face as you glide past waterfalls, their mist creating rainbows in the sunlight. Lush rainforests blanket the mountainsides, inviting you to explore their wonders.

    Keep your eyes peeled for rare Fiordland penguins and seals basking on sun-warmed rocks.

    Savor the fjord's tranquility as you listen to live commentary detailing the area's wildlife and the Maori legends behind the landscape. Discover the tale of the demigod Tu-te-raki-whanoa, who is said to have sculpted the fjord's features, and learn how these stories connect the land to the people who worship it.

  • What to bring

    • Bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, rain jacket, hat, insect repellant, non-slip shoes, and power bank.
    • Wear warm layered clothing and comfortable footwear to stay warm during the trip.
    • Bring cash or an EFTPOS/credit card onboard for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
    • Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchairs and prams/strollers can be brought on board as long as they fold to fit through the boat's entrance.

    Additional information

    • The experience may be subject to change due to extreme weather conditions.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 20 mins before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

    Boarding point

    • Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

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