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RealNZ - Milford Sound Cruise

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Experience the very best that Milford Sound has to offer on-board the RealNZ Milford Sound Cruise.

Experience the very best that Milford Sound has to offer on-board the RealNZ Milford Sound Cruise.

Highlights

  • Get closer to nature with a 2-hour journey into Piopiotahi Milford Sound
  • Cruise the full length of the Fiord and learn all about the history of the region
  • Take in unparalleled views from our outdoor decks and indoor lounge
  • Watch out for dolphins, seals and the rare Fiordland crested penguins

Get ready to discover what has been called the "eighth wonder of the world" with RealNZ on-board the Milford Sound Cruise.

You'll enjoy the ultimate Milford Sound experience combining informative commentary and a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of majestic sights. The vessel cruises the full length of the Fiord and boasts spacious indoor lounges and outdoor decks to ensure you don't miss a thing.

Feel the spray of waterfalls as we cruise right next to sheer rock faces, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife including dolphins, seals and, in season, the rare Fiordland crested penguins. The experienced skippers plan each trip based on weather conditions and recent wildlife sightings to ensure you are getting the very best Milford Sound experience on the day.

Set sail on one of our iconic vessels: The Haven, The Mariner, or The Sovereign. (subject to availability based on which vessel is operating on the day and time)

Adult (Haven) $145.00
Adult. $145.00
Adult $145.00
Child (Haven) $49.00 ( 5 - 15 years)
Infant (Haven) $0.00 (0 - 4 years)

What's included

  • Milford Sound cruise
  • Milford Sound Levy
  • Snacks and drinks are available for purchase onboard

Duration

  • Allow approximately 2 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, Milford Sound.
  • Allow approximately 5 hours drive time from Queenstown or 3 hours from Te Anau.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Drive Time to Milford Sound: Traveling from Queenstown it will take around 5hrs to reach Milford. From Te Anau to Milford takes around 2hrs 20mins. This timing allows you to enjoy the journey with a few stops along the way. Make sure you fill your vehicle with petrol in Te Anau before traveling to Milford as there are no petrol stations in Milford Sound or en route.

    Parking - From Oct 1st 2021 - $25 for up to five hours. - $50 for overnight parking between the hours of 5pm 8am. Payment for parking is by credit card machine. Please allow a 10 minute walk from the car park to the terminal. Allow up to 20 minutes during Dec-Mar to park and ride to terminal.

    Vessels

    The Haven:

    Rooftop beer garden with 360 views, enjoy with a craft beverage

    la carte menu

    Rooftop deck with tables, relaxed indoor lounge with casual dining


    The Mariner:

    A traditional 'scow style' vessel with sails, a photographer's dream

    Cabinet-style offerings & pre-purchased seasonal lunches

    Spacious viewing deck, indoor lounge and cosy saloon


    The Sovereign & Monarch:

    The perfect vessel for groups

    Buffet, obento & pre-purchased seasonal lunch

    Large rooftop deck and indoor booth seating


    Please Note: a substitute vessel may be used on occasion. (The Haven, The Mariner, or The Sovereign- subject to availability based on which vessel is operating on the day and time) All inclusions will still apply.

  • Check-In: Please check in a minimum of 30 minutes prior to departure.

Available Bookings from 28 Jun to 11 Jul 2025

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  • Adult (Haven) $114.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $114.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $114.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $126.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $126.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $114.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $114.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $126.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $109.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $114.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $104.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $109.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free

  • Adult (Haven) $145.00
  • Child (Haven)$49.00
  • Infant (Haven) Free
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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Great Day
Great Day
richardl22 from United Kingdom
Great Day
Great Day
richardl22 from United Kingdom
Amazing cruise!
Amazing cruise!
Dylan Chetwin from NZ
Well Worth while
Well Worth while
judyd1 from NZ
Well Worth while
Well Worth while
judyd1 from NZ
Amazing!
Amazing!
Alexa from NZ
Amazing!
Amazing!
Alexa from NZ
Amazing!! Good value!
Amazing!! Good value!
Maloe vanLeersum from NZ
Amazing!! Good value!
Amazing!! Good value!
Maloe vanLeersum from NZ
Weather Was Perfect
Weather Was Perfect
Tim from NZ
Highly recommended
Highly recommended
Dominic from NZ
Highly recommended
Highly recommended
Dominic from NZ
Milford Sound
Milford Sound
Norka from NZ
Great Experience
Great Experience
Sophie from NZ
Great Experience
Great Experience
Sophie from NZ
Great Experience
Great Experience
Sophie from NZ
Stunning scenery
Stunning scenery
Anne from NZ
Stunning scenery
Stunning scenery
Anne from NZ
Stunning scenery
Stunning scenery
Anne from NZ
Awesome
Awesome
Briar from NZ
Awesome
Awesome
Briar from NZ
Awesome
Awesome
Briar from NZ
Amazing captain, weather and a pod of dolphins!
Amazing captain, weather and a pod of dolphins!
johnl21 from Australia
Amazing captain, weather and a pod of dolphins!
Amazing captain, weather and a pod of dolphins!
johnl21 from Australia
Amazing captain, weather and a pod of dolphins!
Amazing captain, weather and a pod of dolphins!
johnl21 from Australia
Superb cruise. Well done Real Journeys.
Superb cruise. Well done Real Journeys.
Anthony Gibbons from NZ
Superb cruise. Well done Real Journeys.
Superb cruise. Well done Real Journeys.
Anthony Gibbons from NZ
Superb cruise. Well done Real Journeys.
Superb cruise. Well done Real Journeys.
Anthony Gibbons from NZ
멋진 여행
멋진 여행
Claudia from South Korea
Outstanding
Outstanding
vick75 from NZ
Outstanding
Outstanding
vick75 from NZ
Outstanding
Outstanding
vick75 from NZ
Awesome trip
Awesome trip
victortruong from NZ
Mighty Majestic Mountains
Mighty Majestic Mountains
craign3 from NZ
Mighty Majestic Mountains
Mighty Majestic Mountains
craign3 from NZ
Mighty Majestic Mountains
Mighty Majestic Mountains
craign3 from NZ
Best boat
Best boat
Michael Leopard from NZ
Best boat
Best boat
Michael Leopard from NZ
Best boat
Best boat
Michael Leopard from NZ
Hammer80
Hammer80
Hamish Armstrong from NZ
Hammer80
Hammer80
Hamish Armstrong from NZ

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GR from China wrote on 24 February 2025

很好的行程

很好的行程

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XIANG GUO from China wrote on 17 March 2024

就是太难开车了

非常好，希望以后能修条新路，开车太久影响游客选择

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Carika Martin from New Zealand wrote on 22 June 2025

Hands down BEST EXPERIENCE!!!

Unbelievable experience!!! Hands down one of the best cruisers I have been on!!!

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Marilyn Javar from New Zealand wrote on 22 June 2025

No complimentary drinks

3rd time Milford experience but first time in this cruise. The other 2 cruise had complimentary hot drinks. So we were expecting that you have this too. It would be good when we don’t have to pay for a drink. Thanks Milford never cease to amase us always

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Karen D'Souza from New Zealand wrote on 12 June 2025

Amazing experience

Great service and a very knowledgeable host...had a great time

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