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Milford Sound Cruise from Queenstown or Te Anau | 7 hours to 12 hours

192 Reviews | Queenstown
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From Queenstown
2 Adults x $159.92
$319.84
Approx Total
$319.84
A leisurely cruise of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea on the Milford Mariner.
Starting point:
88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
From Te Anau
2 Adults x $136.57
$273.14
Approx Total
$273.14
Te Anau Departure
Starting point:
RealNZ - Te Anau Visitor Centre, 85 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau 9640, New Zealand

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Lunch (but available at extra cost)

Overview

An extended and leisurely cruise of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea on a cruise designed for the free, independent traveler. Nature cruises have a relaxed and flexible itinerary designed to allow guests to see and experience what makes Milford Sound world renowned. Spend around two hours nudging into waterfalls, spotting wildlife and listening to the informative commentary from our specialist Nature Guide who mingles with guests. Keep a look out for wildlife including seals, dolphins and penguins. If you wish to pre-purchase a picnic lunch, please contact the supplier directly after making your booking. In total, the coach travel from Queenstown to Milford is around 5 hours. This includes with some viewing spot breaks along the way and a 20-30 minutes stop in Te Anau. For those travelling from Te Anau the journey is around 2.5 hours to Milford (one way). The cruise is 2 hours long. Please note, the cruise will take place on board a wide selection of purpose built RealNZ boats.

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions
  • Please dress appropriately
  • Infant and Child rates are the same for this product
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Free Cancellation

October 26100% refund
October 27No refund

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  • 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.
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192 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    160
  • 4 stars
    22
  • 3 stars
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Well done Michaela

Published on Feb, 2025

I'm posting this to thank Michaela who was our driver and guide to Milford Sound from Queenstown on 9/2/25. It was a full day for us, pick up from hotel 6.30 back to Queenstown for 19.45 but Milford Sound Cruise was beautiful and well worth the trip. The coach was very comfy and not crowed, take your flight neck supports, and we did get a few naps in on the way back, trip out flew by with Michaela picking some good stops for photo opps and her commentary. Trip back felt longer as we only stopped for a toilet break, but we were all getting tired and only wanted to get back as quick as possible, which Michaela achieved admirably. A long days driving and entertaining so once again thanks Michaela for looking after us so well

A beautiful drive and...

Published on Feb, 2025

A beautiful drive and then boat ride through the sound. Bruce was a great tour guide. It is a long day but so worth it to see one of the most beautiful places in the world. We even saw some seals sunbathing.

Memorable day excursion from Te Anau to Milford Sound

Published on Feb, 2025

Our coach had already picked a lot of passengers up in Queenstown but our driver, Paul had reserved seats for the Te Anau contingent which meant we could sit with our family. We were then given a very informative and entertaining commentary as we headed down to Milford, with a few stops to take photos. The cruise element was equally well organised and the scenery was breathtaking. The captain took us close to the seals and waterfalls and we were able to get some great photos, although none of these can really capture the majesty of the surroundings. It got quite busy outside on the top deck with people jostling for best spots for their photos - but that's inevitable these days.

Real NZ gives a wonderful tour of Milford Sound

Published on Feb, 2025

Friends of mine had told me to do the Milford Sound tour for spectacular views and a scenic drive! I am so glad I booked with Real NZ. Our bus driver/ tour guide Pete was an absolute blast! He knew the area well and gave us local fun facts throughout the drive! We rode on the Milford Haven, the boat had a wonderful service crew for food/beverages to accompany the wonderful views!

Great trip and worth doing

Published on Feb, 2025

Although the bus ride is long, it is worth it. Pete was our driver and he was so informative but also quite funny! We enjoyed the trip with him. The cruise itself is stunning and also funny commentary that was informative and made the trip more enjoyable. It is a loooong day so pack snacks!

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