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 Late Cruise
Late Afternoon Cruise
Summer Mid Morning Cruise
Summer Mid Morning Cruise
Early Afternoon Cruise
Early Afternoon Cruise
Winter Morning Cruise
Winter Morning Cruise
Summer Morning Cruise
Morning Departures
Reviews
1,573 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Human size cruise in Milford Sounds
Navigator19594348504,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Discovering Milford Sounds was one of our best memories in NZ! The boat was pretty small helping us to have a more personnal experience. Recommended company!
Excellent Cruise on Milford Sound
Barbara V,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful two hour cruise around the Milford Sound. The captain gave a great narration throughout the cruise. Educational and entertaining. There were not too many people on board, so one could easily move around to different areas of the boat.
Spectacular waterfalls
Getaway62940741252,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great experience. We left on time and had great explanations of the sound and waterfalls along the way. The company gave great directions on where to park and expected timing. We went earliest cruise time to have best parking and less traffic driving in.
Milford Sound brilliance
timmos8,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience, the sites are just continually beautiful and breathtaking. The cruise was amazing and we spotted dolphins and seals. The waterfalls scattered not pumping but still flowing. The cruise was educational also. A must do if you are considering make that a YES
beautiful boat trip
FlupkeDe,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00value for money, well organized and cool enthusiastic employees
Great experience
LEYLA G,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Smaller boat could get very close to waterfalls where you could get water spayed on your face. We saw a group of dolphins who swam with us for a while and got so close to the boat that it felt like I could touch them ivy reaching out.
Milford Sound for the win!
Henriette M,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely breathtaking!! Cannot recommend it enough! The drive there is amazing, set aside more time to stop frequently.
Small group on a small...
FIONA R,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group on a small boat. Could get very close to the shore and wild life. Captain was very knowledgeable and gave an excellent commentary.
Amazing
stevenF8500OL,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great experience. Don’t miss it if you’re thinking of going on a cruise. Well worth it.
Mitre peaks cruise..best
heatherlG5874GY,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative, facilities excellent, lunch was unreal and fresh, coffee/tea just what was needed after being on deck. You even provided g8 weather. Perfect size boat.
From NZ$169.00
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