2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise
Overview
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2 hours
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Enjoy a two hour cruise traversing the deep waters of Milford Sound, located in Fiordland. Your cruise will take you past St Anne’s lighthouse and out into the Tasman Sea. Informative guides point out scenic highlights along the way, such as the Bowen Falls (dropping 160 metres seaward), Sinbad Gully (a classic example of a hanging valley), snow-capped Mount Pembroke, and the awe-inspiring Mitre Peak itself, towering 1692 metres from the ocean floor.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive at the terminal building 30 minutes prior to your departure time for check in
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Please be advised that we finish boarding 5 minutes before departure
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Milford Sound
Your 2-hour sightseeing cruise will depart from the Milford Sound Visitor Center.
Mitre Peak Cruises
You will traverse into the deep waters of the Milford Sound and will have a chance to enter Milford Sound from the outside, approaching it just as the first settlers did at the end of the 18th century.
What‘s Included
Free for children under 3
Smaller boats makes for a more ‘up close’ tour
Free tea, coffee and hot chocolates on board
Food and drinks, unless specified
Options
Summer Mid Morning Cruise
Summer Mid Morning Cruise
Summer Late Cruise
Late Afternoon Cruise
Winter Morning Cruise
Winter Morning Cruise
Summer Morning Cruise
Morning Departures
Early Afternoon Cruise
Early Afternoon Cruise
Reviews
1,551 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must do, Milford Sound small boat experience.
Francis V,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The captain got the boat close enough to the waterfall for me to to get drenched by glacier melt. Was an awesome experience Tip: Get to the bow of the boat to enjoy this experience and carry good rain cloths. Also Customer service was accessible via phone. Accomodated my change in schedule with no complications. Tips: We rescheduled to a day with better weather…
Smaller boats are the way!
miketJ8251WB,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Being on the small boat and having the excellent verbal guidance of the captain was a fantastic way to tour Milford sound. I saw the large boat not coming in close to the waterfalls and turning around before going into some bays and I was very glad we had chosen smaller boats through this company.
Amazing experience!
Dream57050629440,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant cruise, expertly organised and hosted. We experienced more than we’d ever hoped for, thank you! Amazing views, immersive waterfalls and even seals & bottle nose dolphins too!
Cruise without the crowd
Lisa A,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.002 hour cruise. The boat circumnavigates the sound, stopping at various spots along the way. Everyone seems to do the same route. This company was nice as it had smaller boats so less of a crowd
2 hr cruise in Milford sound
Daydream36435259893,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Warm welcome, nice and clean ship, good tour close to the falls.
Beautiful
PATRICE G,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful landscapes. Small boat very interesting to get close to the waterfalls. Beautiful even in rainy weather.
Spectacular
F9820XQlynnt,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain very knowledgeable and entertaining. Crew helpful above & beyond
Not to be missed!
mossy2017,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Milford Sound is a not-to-be-missed wonder of the world. Highly recommend Mitre Peak cruises for their smaller, nimble boats that really get you up close and personal with the waterfalls and without feeling too crowded. The crew is friendly and knowledgeable.
More personal cruise
suzanneaB8671LX,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Smaller boat, way more personal. Crew were happy and helpful. Got to see a lot more as there weren't a heap of people in front of me.
Stunning views
David F,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic memory for our anniversary trip to New Zealand. We were both impressed by the maximum capacity of the bookings, which allowed plenty of room for all customers to freely walk around to every location on boat whenever desired for optimal, comfort and viewing. The commentary provided by the crew was also very informative and appreciated.
From NZ$169.00
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