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Cruise the Milford Sound fiord on a two hour nature boat cruise.
Small Group, Award Winning Full Day Milford Sound Experience
Milford Sound is famous for waterfalls - how many will you see?
Amazing views from the outdoor viewing area
After your cruise, our guide will transport you on a relaxing drive back to Queenstown

Small Group, Award Winning Full Day Milford Sound Experience

By Altitude Tours Milford Sound Experience
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$329 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 13h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand and a must-see for any traveller. Whether seen in sunshine or rain, the incredible views are guaranteed to leave you awestruck. This is a small group tour for travellers seeking an all-inclusive, uniquely-kiwi, personalised trip to Milford Sound. 

We keep things personal using our fleet of modern Mercedes vans. Enjoy your journey with only 16 people, in a vehicle with premium features such as leather seats, panoramic scenic windows, Wi-Fi and Spotify.

Let your Altitude Tours guide entertain you with in-depth knowledge of the area, as we travel from Queenstown through Te Anau and into the Fiordland National Park on the famous Milford Road. Enjoy many scenic photo stops at both famous locations, as well as our guide's favourite off-the-beaten-track spots.

Enjoy a 2-hour small uncrowded cruise while taking in the incredible beauty that Milford Sound has to offer! You can also add on a picnic lunch to enjoy onboard.

Activity location

  • Lake Te Anau
    • Te Anau, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lake Te Anau
    • Te Anau, New Zealand

Check availability

7.30am Excluding Lunch
  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 am
Price details
NZ$329.00 x 1 AdultNZ$329.00
Total
Price is NZ$329.00
Until Wed, 5 Mar
6.30 Glass Roof Upgrade
  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Glass Roof Mercedes Sprinter: This option connects to our 6:30am departure which offers a guaranteed glass-roof top van.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:30 am
Price details
NZ$349.00 x 1 AdultNZ$349.00
Total
Price is NZ$349.00
Until Wed, 5 Mar
7.30am Inc. Picnic Lunch
  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Packed Picnic Lunch: This has a Chicken sandwich. If you would like Beef or Vegetarian, please note in special requirements, or let our team know.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 am
Price details
NZ$365.00 x 1 AdultNZ$365.00
Total
Price is NZ$365.00
Until Wed, 5 Mar
6am Glass Roof Upgrade & Lunch
  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Packed Picnic Lunch : This option includes a packed picnic lunch box. The default selection is chicken, with options to change to vege.
Glass Roof Vehicle : This option connects to our 6:00am departure which offers a guaranteed glass-roof top van.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00 am
Price details
NZ$385.00 x 1 AdultNZ$385.00
Total
Price is NZ$385.00
Until Wed, 5 Mar
6.30 Glass Roof Van & Lunch
  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Includes Packed Picnic Lunch: This option includes a packed picnic lunch box. The default selection is chicken, with options to change to vege.
Glass Roof Van: This option connects to our 6:30am departure which offers a guaranteed glass-roof top van.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:30 am
Price details
NZ$385.00 x 1 AdultNZ$385.00
Total
Price is NZ$385.00
Until Wed, 5 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedWiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedConvenient pick up and drop off locations around Queenstown
  • What's includedWhat's includedKnowledgable and friendly local driver/guides
  • What's includedWhat's included2-Hour nature cruise on Milford Sound
  • What's includedWhat's includedOff-the-beaten track scenic photo stops en route
  • What's includedWhat's includedTea & coffee available on the 2 hour nature cruise
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdditional Snacks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTo reduce single-use plastic, we do not provide water bottles. We recommend anyone travelling NZ to have their own reusable water bottle. There are several locations to refill during the day.

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring walking shoes, warm clothes and rain jacket.
  • Please be aware that Milford Sound is a 5 hour drive from Queenstown (one-way with sightseeing stops). This is a full day excursion, and including the 2 hour cruise on the fjord, allow approximately 13 hours door to door.
  • There is an option to include a packed picnic lunch. The default choice is chicken, however you can request a vegetarian lunch until 5pm the day prior.
  • Please bring a reusable waterbottle on tour with us. There are multiple locations to refill during the day.

Activity itinerary

Lake Wakatipu (Pass by)
Start your day by meeting our friendly local guide at or near your Queenstown accommodation. You'll travel in style in a premium Mercedes van designed for touring with only 16 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.
Lake Te Anau
Lake Te Anau is in the southwestern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The lake covers an area of 344 km², making it the second-largest lake by surface area in New Zealand and the largest in the South Island. It is the largest lake in Australasia by fresh water volume.
Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
  • 3h
From here, we welcome you to the Fiordland National Park and the renowned Milford Road. This corridor to the fjord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its majestic mountains, winding rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, your guide will make multiple stops for photo opportunities, short walks, and will entertain you with fascinating local facts and stories.
Eglinton Valley
  • 5m
See the picturesque Eglinton Valley
Mirror Lakes Walk
  • 10m
Enjoy a beautiful short nature walk and view the famous Mirror Lakes
Homer Tunnel
The Homer Tunnel is a 1.2 km long road tunnel in the Fiordland region of the South Island of New Zealand, opened in 1953. New Zealand State Highway 94 passes through the tunnel, linking Milford Sound to Te Anau and Queenstown, by piercing the Darran Mountain range at the Homer Saddle
Milford Sound
  • 2h
Upon reaching Milford Sound, embark on a 1hr 45min nature cruise that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the fjord. This small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allows you to explore the edges of the fjord, revealing its impressive waterfalls and unique wildlife, which may include dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.
Te Anau
  • 5m
After your cruise, rejoin the van to commence the return journey to Queenstown. Sit back, relax, and take in the views. This day tour spans approximately 12-13 hours, and our smaller vehicles and attentive guide ensure your comfort and entertainment throughout the journey.
Queenstown
  • 5m
On arrival back into Queenstown, your guide will return you back to the same location they picked you up from, or you can choose to be dropped in Queenstown.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLake Te Anau
    • Te Anau, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELake Te Anau
    • Te Anau, New Zealand

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