Milford Sound Cruise: Stunning Views & Optional Picnic or Buffet | 1 hour 45 minutes

187 Reviews | Fiordland & Milford Sound
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1.15pm Nature Cruise & Buffet
2 Adults x $133.07
$266.14
Approx Total
$266.14
1.15pm Nature with Buffet: 1hour 45min Milford Sound Nature Cruise with a freshly made buffet onboard
9.30am Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
9.30am Nature Cruise & Picnic
10.30am Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
Milford Sound Nature Cruise for 2 hours. Includes complimentary tea and coffee
3.15pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
Milford Sound Nature Cruise for 1 hour 45 mins. Includes a freshly prepared Picnic Lunch and complimentary tea and coffee.
1.30pm Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
1.30pm Nature Cruise only
1.30pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
1.30pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
3.45pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
3.45pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
1.30pm Nature Cruise & Buffet
2 Adults x $133.07
$266.14
Approx Total
$266.14
1.30pm Nature Cruise & Buffet
3.45pm Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
3.45pm Nature Cruise only
11.15am Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
1hr 45min Nature Cruise
2.45pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
2.45pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
2.45pm Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
2.45pm Nature Cruise only
11.15am Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
11.15am Nature with Picnic: 1hour 45min Milford Sound Nature Cruise with a freshly packed Picnic Lunch.
12:45pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
12.45pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
11.15am Nature Cruise & Buffet
2 Adults x $133.07
$266.14
Approx Total
$266.14
11.15am Nature with Buffet: 1hour 45min Milford Sound Nature Cruise with a freshly made buffet onboard
12.45pm Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
12.45pm Nature Cruise only
9.30am Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
9.30am Nature Cruise only
1.15pm Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
1:15pm Nature with Picnic: 2-hour Milford Sound Nature Cruise with a freshly packed Picnic Lunch.
10.30am Nature Cruise & Picnic
2 Adults x $115.56
$231.12
Approx Total
$231.12
2 Hour Milford Sound Nature Cruise with complimentary tea and coffee.
1.15pm Nature Cruise only
2 Adults x $92.80
$185.60
Approx Total
$185.60
1:15pm Nature Cruise: 2 Hour Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Complimentary Tea & Coffee.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, Portuguese, Korean, English, French, Spanish
  • Lunch (if option selected)
  • Multi-lingual app for cruise commentary
  • Sightseeing cruise on Milford Sound for up to 2 hours
  • Live commentary provided by the skipper
  • FREE tea and coffee are provided to all passengers
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • On arrival at Milford Sound you can park at the Milford Sound carpark at a fee of $10 per hour.

Overview

Get incredibly close to nature, including the famous Stirling Falls. From the large open-top deck or comfy interior cabins, enjoy our most popular Milford Sound cruise. Enjoy a cruise of up to 2 hours where you will see towering peaks and cascading waterfalls. Described as the 'Eighth Natural Wonder of the World', this cruise will take you past the incredible Mitre Peak, Bowen Falls, Stirling Falls and Seal Point. Look out for marine life in their natural environment as you discover the magic of this deep fiord.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • N/A

    Your journey starts here, check in with friendly staff at least 15 minutes prior to departure.

    15 minutes

  • Fiordland National Park

    Fiordland National Park is in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island. It’s known for the glacier-carved fiords of Doubtful and Milford sounds. A beech forest trail on the sandy Milford shore offers views of towering Mitre Peak. Nearby, the craggy Earl Mountains are reflected in the glassy surface of Mirror Lakes. On the Cleddau River, the Chasm Walk passes over bridges with views of powerful waterfalls.

    2 hours

  • Milford Sound

    Milford Sound is a fiord in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island. It’s known for towering Mitre Peak, plus rainforests and waterfalls like Stirling and Bowen falls, which plummet down its sheer sides. The fiord is home to fur seal colonies, penguins and dolphins.

    1 hour 45 minutes

  • Mitre Peak (Pass By)

    Mitre Peak is a beautifully dramatic mountain in the South Island of New Zealand, located on the shore of Milford Sound. It is one of the most photographed mountain peaks in the entire country.

  • Bowen Falls (Pass By)

    The stunning Lady Bowen Falls is Milford’s highest waterfall. It plunges 162m from a hanging valley into the head of Milford Sound and provides electricity for the Milford Sound township by feeding a small hydroelectric scheme, as well as being the water source for the settlement

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Nestled behind the world famous Mitre Peak, the Sinbad Gully is characterised by extremely steep glacially carved walls punctuated by near vertical granite cliffs. These walls slowed pest invasion into the gully and as a result a number of unique native species remain in the Sinbad. Southern Discoveries is passionate about preserving Milford Sound’s beauty for future generations which is why it’s a key partner in a major conservation project – the Sinbad Sanctuary Project. The aim is to see the valley of New Zealand’s most photographed mountain (Sinbad Gully is at the base of Mitre Peak) become a sanctuary for native species.

  • Stirling Falls (Pass By)

    Milford’s second-highest waterfall is the Stirling Falls, a staggering 151m in height – three times the height of Niagara Falls, but the 1,300m mountain behind displaces this incredible height. This is the famous waterfall that Hugh Jackman ‘jumped off’ in the movie Wolverine. The sheer drop of the Stirling Falls allows boats and brave kayakers to get right underneath – it’s an incredible feeling to have the power of 151m worth of glacial water falling on top of you.

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All passengers please advise country of origin at the time of booking
  • Car Parking: On arrival at Milford Sound you can park at the Milford Sound carpark at a fee of $10 per hour. Please allow 10 minutes to walk from the main carpark to the Milford Wharf Visitor Centre. Alternatively, you can park free of charge at Deepwater Basin Carpark and walk over to Freshwater Basin to the Cruise Terminal. This walk is approximately 30 minutes in duration, so additional time will need to be allocated in order to do this comfortably and arrive at the terminal 15 minutes prior to your cruise for check-in.

Free Cancellation

September 30100% refund
October 01No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.4

187 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    117
  • 4 stars
    44
  • 3 stars
    14
  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 117 reviews with 5 stars

Spectacular

Published on Feb, 2025

Wonderful trip on Southern Discoveries vessel. Narration was informative and educational. Plenty of space to take photos of the stunning scene and waterfalls. Book an early trip though to avoid getting stuck behind the dozens of coachs travelling to get there late morning

Close up and personal in Milford Sound!

Published on Jan, 2025

Beautiful, awe inspiring, atmospheric! Close up views of spectacular waterfalls, seals on the rocks,wonderful boat rip with great staff.

Very beautiful, it feels...

Published on Jan, 2025

Very beautiful, it feels like you are in heaven. Nice drive from Queenstown to Milford sound. Very good experience.

Spectacular Milford Sound Cruise

Published on Jan, 2025

This Milford Sound Cruise was nothing short of spectacular. The views were breathtaking, with cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, and playful seals along the way. The boat was spacious, well-maintained, and offered plenty of viewing options - indoor comfort or open-air decks for the full experience. This is must do unforgettable Milford Sound Experience!

Mesmerizing Journey

Published on Jan, 2025

In this cruise we experienced mesmerizing journey through towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and lush rainforests. A serene yet unforgettable way to experience New Zealand's natural beauty!

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