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Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand
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1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard modern, spacious and comfortable catamarans.

With spacious seating indoors, an open sun deck up top and a covered deck at the rear, your cruise comfort is guaranteed.

Visit the onboard Café Bar for an array of substantial hot and cold snacks, or simply savour a local wine or beer as you bask in the beauty of the surrounds.

The famously friendly skipper and crew are on hand to share their wealth of local knowledge, take those all important photos and join you on foredeck for the big finale as the bow noses close to Stirling Falls!

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Milford Sound Cruise
  • Parking Fees
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Milford Sound Visitor Centre (Terminal and Boat Harbour
1 Milford Sound Highway, Milford Sound 9679, New Zealand

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Milford Sound

Step aboard our magnificent three deck catamarans, and enjoy a scenic cruise along spectacular Milford Sound.Get up close and personal with the fiord's towering mountains, sheer cliffs and hanging valleys as the boat hugs the edges of the fiord throughout the two hour cruise. Feel the spray from the waterfalls that cascade from an ancient rainforest high in the mountains and look out for New Zealand fur seal colonies and occasionally dolphins swimming nearby.The cruise goes the full length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea and return down the opposite side. During the exploration you will pass iconic landmarks such as Bowen Falls, Mitre Peak, Copper Point, Fairy Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Dale Point, Seal Rock and of course Stirling Falls.
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1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Piopiotahi Milford Sound is a place of exceptional natural beauty, carved by glaciers and surrounded by towering peaks and lush rainforest. As part of Fiordland National Park, New Zealand’s most remote and rugged region, this incredible environment also brings with it a range of natural hazards. While our team takes every measure to operate safely and keep you informed, it’s important that you are aware of potential risks so you can be prepared and confident during your visit.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 199 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (9)

Q: Will I get seasick on Milford Sound Cruise?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Milford Sound Cruise
  • Parking Fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Piopiotahi Milford Sound is a place of exceptional natural beauty, carved by glaciers and surrounded by towering peaks and lush rainforest. As part of Fiordland National Park, New Zealand’s most remote and rugged region, this incredible environment also brings with it a range of natural hazards. While our team takes every measure to operate safely and keep you informed, it’s important that you are aware of potential risks so you can be prepared and confident during your visit.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 199 travelers

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