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Rated one of the Top 10 Experiences in New Zealand.
Join our boutique small boat cruise and experience Milford Sound the "local" way.
We limit passenger numbers on all cruises to half of the boats capacity (capacity 150 passengers) to guarantee an uncrowded and much more personal experience.
Let us show you our backyard on this once in a lifetime experience.
Relax with complimentary coffee, tea and biscuits and enjoy the skipper’s live commentary while marvelling at the breath-taking scenery.
The smaller size of the vessel enables us to get you up close and personal with the local wildlife like New Zealand Fur Seals, dolphins and the very rare Fiordland Crested Penguin (spring/early summer). A “Glacial Facial” under the Sterling Falls is an experience not to be missed.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please feel free to bring your own food and drinks on-board the cruise.
Please note proof of age for children is required upon check-in at Milford Sound.
For any extra information regarding the drive, transport or the cruise please contact us via phone or email.
The main car park at Milford Sound costs $10 per hour. Payment can be made at payment stations on site. This Car park area is approximately a 10 minute walk to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal building.
A free car park is available on the corner of Milford Road and Deepwater basin, the walk from here to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal building will take approximately 40min.
Disability Parking can be found outside the main Milford Sound Visitor Terminal and is wheelchair accessible.
Office hours for bookings assistance: 8am to 8pm
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Complimentary coffee, tea and biscuits on-board all sailings
No food sold on-board the cruise
Parking fee- $10 per hour (Payment can be made at the parking stations on site with card only).
Award-winning customer service: Received TripAdvisor Best of the Best award for New Zealand experience in 2019 & 2020
Duration: 2 hours: all cruises have a duration of 1hr 45min
free coffee, tea and biscuits
Full length of Milford Sound: We cruise down the southern side of the fiord, turn around in the Tasman Sea and travel back on the northern side
Boat: Our two boats hold 150 passengers- all cruises are limited to 75 to guarantee an uncrowded experience
uncrowded experience: Join our uncrowded boutique small boat cruise on Milford Sound. We limit passenger numbers to 1/2 of our capacity
Duration: 12 hours
Packed Lunch Box included
Operated by Cruise Milford New Zealand Ltd.
2,374 reviews
Don M,
Jan 15, 2025
Entertaining skipper. Fabulous scenery. Small boat so not crowded and skipper able to get up close to the cliffs, seals and waterfalls.
Gina A,
Jan 14, 2025
Dress warmly and bring snacks. Make sure you have your camera to capture the magnificent and majestic vistas.
Roz H,
Jan 14, 2025
We had beautiful weather for this trip - the scenery was unbelievably stunning. Our boat captain was informative and funny. We saw fur seals in the wild and the boat drove right under a waterfall.
Jessica K,
Jan 14, 2025
Wonderful guide. Boat not overcrowded. Smaller sized boat allowed you to get in closer to wildlife and waterfalls. Punctual and perfect weather.
Heidi W,
Jan 14, 2025
We had a fantastic day with Cruise Milford NZ. Loved that it was not crowded and you could move freely and view from any vantage point because there was room. The skipper was knowledgeable and his comentary awesome and fun. I'd 💯 recommend. Thanks for a memorable trip