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Milford Sound Nature Cruise

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Encounter New Zealand wildlife in the breathtaking environment of Milford Sound from the comfort of Southern Discoveries modern catamaran.

Encounter New Zealand wildlife in the breathtaking environment of Milford Sound from the comfort of Southern Discoveries modern catamaran.

Highlights

  • Say hello to the seals basking on the rocks
  • Enjoy live commentary on Milford Sound’s history, geology, and wildlife
  • Enjoy a whole top deck for viewing and take breathtaking panoramic photos
  • If you choose to stay indoors, enjoy stunning views through expansive windows. Perfect for those rainy days.
  • Stand on the bow close to Stirling Falls

With spacious viewing decks purpose built for the ultimate in comfort, panoramic views from the top deck and large covered seating areas below, you can enjoy the views from any vantage point.

Mitre Peak's distinct shape amongst unique wildlife and majestic towering waterfalls is second to none.

The Nature Cruise brings premium viewing of wildlife including seals, dolphins and penguins.

You’ll find yourself viewing impressive geological features and the 15,000-year-old Stirling Falls.

Adult $159.00 (Aged 15+ )
Child $69.00 (Aged 5 - 14 years)
Infant $0.00 (Aged 0 - 4 years)

What's included

  • Complimentary tea and coffee

Duration

  • Cruise duration: 1 hour 45 minutes - 2 hours

Location

  • Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, State Highway 94, Milford Sound.
  • Allow approximately 5 hours drive time from Queenstown or 3 hours from Te Anau.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Car parking in Milford Sound is $10 per hour, if parking in the main car park, please allow 10-12 minutes to walk to the terminal. There is free parking in Deepwater Basin, please allow 25-30 minutes to walk to the terminal. If you choose to self-drive, we recommend arriving into Milford Sound at least one hour prior to your scheduled cruise departure to allow sufficient time to find a car park and make your way to the Milford Sound Cruise Terminal. For further information about car parking please visit milfordsountourism.nz/parking

    Product Extras: Available to purchase through checkout:

    Picnic Lunch - $39 per Adult/Child/Infant - Available on all departures

    Buffet Lunch - $69 per Adult/Child/Infant - Available on the11:15am, 1:15pm and 1:30pm cruises ONLY

  • Please note:Child age is 5 - 14 years. Infants 0 - 4 years are free.

    Children must be accompanied by an adult on all cruises.

    Not valid in conjunction with any other special offers or discounts.

Available Bookings from 10 May to 23 May 2025

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  • Child$69.00
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  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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  • Adult$159.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$159.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$119.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$111.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$111.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$119.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$111.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$119.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$119.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

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  • Adult$159.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$119.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$159.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$119.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$119.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$159.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$159.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Infant Free

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ANBAN MOODLEY from New Zealand wrote on 02 May 2025

Amazing trip

Great experience! Captain was very knowledgeable and the best part was we were accompanied by dolphins!

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hikaruh from New Zealand wrote on 30 April 2025

Amazing

Smooth check in, had food you could purchase on board and complimentary tea/coffee which was perfect for the cold day we went on. Beautiful waterfalls and we got to even see a baby fur seal that the captain pointed out. Would highly recommend this cruise!

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Rikita Kunwar from New Zealand wrote on 30 April 2025

Amazing

Had an amazing time on the Cruise, we went 5 friends with a 3years old. Baby also enjoyed the cruising and the weather was perfect with sunny sky. We went in the morning, which was a good idea as it was not busy bustling with people. Highly recommend going there.

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Julia Beneder from Austria wrote on 30 April 2025

Awesome!!!

Thank you for this awesome adventure. Your crew delivered an outstanding performance. I will never forget this journey. You live in a paradise on Earth.

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jodiew12 from Australia wrote on 29 April 2025

Absolutely Amazing

We loved the milford sound cruise, what a magical place! The on board commentary was great and informative!

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