Milford Sound Extended Scenic Cruise by Southern Discoveries with Optional Transfers

4.8(19)13 hr 30 minEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian +16Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Experience the beauty of Milford Sound on a guided tour, featuring a nature cruise and the option to upgrade for Queenstown or Te Anau transfers.

Your experience

Leave the driving to someone else. From Queenstown or Te Anau, your coach winds through Fiordland National Park, with glacier-carved valleys and mirror lakes along the way.

Getting started

Begin your journey with a comfortable coach transfer from Te Anau or Queenstown. After a scenic drive through Fiordland National Park, arrive at Milford Sound’s terminal where your ticket will be validated before boarding.

What to expect

Milford Sound is often called the “eighth wonder of the world.” Sheer cliffs rise straight from the water, waterfalls plunge hundreds of meters, and wildlife thrives in the fjord’s sheltered environment. Your cruise brings you close to these natural wonders without the rush, made even smoother with transfers and lunch already arranged.

Features

• Picnic lunch upgrade: Add a freshly prepared lunchbox featuring local produce, perfect for enjoying mid-cruise as you sail between cliffs and waterfalls.

• Indoor and outdoor viewing decks: Find your perfect vantage point, from the shelter of indoor lounges to open decks where the spray of the waterfalls is within reach.

• Live commentary from your nature guide: Hear the stories of the fjord, its geological past, Māori legends, and the wildlife that still shapes daily life here.

• Wildlife encounters: Keep watch for fur seals sunning on rocks, pods of dolphins playing in the wake, and penguins shuffling along hidden coves.

• Complimentary tea & coffee: Warm your hands and your spirits with a hot drink as you take in the fjord’s raw beauty.

Settle into a comfortable coach transfer from Queenstown or Te Anau. The journey itself is part of the adventure, with dramatic Fiordland landscapes unfolding outside your window.
Upgrade your day with a freshly packed lunchbox filled with local produce. It’s the perfect way to refuel as you drift past Milford's cliffs and waterfalls.
Wander between spacious indoor lounges and open-air decks. Whether you prefer the warmth of a seat by the café or the thrill of mist on your face, you’ll always have a front-row view.
Onboard nature specialists share legends, geological wonders, and wildlife insights that bring the landscape to life beyond what you see.
With more time on the cruise, you’ll have greater chances to spot wildlife, from dolphins surfing the bow and fur seals stretched out on the rocks to rare Fiordland crested penguins.

Included

Up to a 2-hour extended cruise of Milford Sound
Expert naturalist commentary
Complimentary tea & coffee onboard
Access to a licensed bar onboard
Wildlife spotting guide
Indoor and outdoor viewing decks
Full-day tour to Milford Sound with round-trip transfers from Queenstown or Te Anau (based on option selected)
Picnic lunch (check menu here) (if option selected)

Not included

Other food & alcoholic beverages (available to purchase onboard)
Parking at terminal

Choose your option

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Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Good to know

Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at check-in.
Dress warmly and in layers, as weather conditions can change rapidly.
Bring a waterproof jacket and comfortable, non-slip footwear.
Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning scenery.
Bring your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
Outside food and beverages are not permitted on board.