2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise

Overview

Available languages

German

Chinese

Japanese

English

French

Spanish

2 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Admission Not Applicable

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.

Admission Not Applicable

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

Winter Morning Cruise

Summer Mid Morning Cruise

Summer Morning Cruise

Morning Departures

Summer Late Cruise

Late Afternoon Cruise

Early Afternoon Cruise

Reviews

4.82

1,532 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1355

124

Outstanding staff
Stay49576890867,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ryan made our tour. He was so knowledgeable and it was nice how he went round speaking to small groups rather than it just being over a speaker. He was genuinely interesting - the sort of person you could meet for one pint & it easily turn into five. The guy on the speaker was great - didn’t ramble on just told us interesting stuff. Everyone seems to love their jobs and it’s a great staff to tourist ratio.
Recommend for Milford Sound!
Katelin W,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Loved being on one of the smaller ships! It was a fantastic experience. They pointed out different waterfalls and wildlife (including seals and a dolphin!). Such a fun way to explore Milford Sound. We actually had a beautiful sunny day and loved being outdoors on the deck!
Mitre Peaks Milford Sound Tour
beca1709,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our cruise was affordable, small in size & the beautiful weather made it all the more perfect! Would definitely recommend!
Milford Sound excellence.
33chrisk,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great experience. The Fjord is spectacular and a must do if you go to the South Island. This company is great. Our skipper, Olivia, was very skilled and knowledgeable, and made all her passengers welcome. Highly recommended.
A perfect Milford experience
chiusancc,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Smaller cruise is more intimate and friendly to meet fellow travellers. Friendly staff with engaging Milford Sound explanation. Facilities were well equipped and clean
To do.
Cruiser01048295394,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great cruise, the captain's explanations were very interesting and professional. And the French guy on board very nice and helpful.
Best day ever
Diverstimestwo,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent drive and cruise on a rare sunny day. We took the van ride from Te Anau and the tour driver gave us interesting information on the drive about the area. The boat cruise was so beautiful and we love the glacier facial in the waterfall.
2 hours boat cruise.
C9749FRst,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
It was what I expected it to be. Smaller boat but just as good. I was not sea sick. Would be nice if there is cover from the rain when queuing to board the boat.
Dolphins and fur seals up close + incredible views.
katec2018,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This smaller boat experience seemed better than the other tours. For all the boats that left at the same time, ours went further, turned around to see dolphins and fut seals, and got in very close for viewing. I think we lucked in with a very experienced and knowledgeable captain. I am very glad I chose this company.
Blue water, snow capped mountains & dolphins!
Kim D,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The cruise was fantastic. Breath taking views, great staff and not overly packed. We saw a pod of dolphins along with some fur seals sunning themselves.