Private Tour

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience

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From NZD 169

4.9
2,436 reviews

Overview

Available languages

German
English
French

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.

Additional Info

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

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).

Options

Cruise 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

Day Trip from Queenstown

Duration: 12 hours
Packed Lunch Box included

Operated by Cruise Milford New Zealand Ltd.

Reviews

4.9

2,436 reviews

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  • Great non rushed,...

    Shasta L,

    Feb 22, 2025

    5.0

    Great non rushed, informative tour of Milford Sound. The free hit drinks on the chilly tour were nice as well!

  • Great boat ride in Milford Sound.

    Andrew S,

    Feb 22, 2025

    5.0

    Beautiful boat ride. The scenery was amazing. Well worth it. The captain was great. Even his corny jokes.

  • Great experience, smaller...

    Joanne D,

    Feb 21, 2025

    5.0

    Great experience, smaller boat, plenty of room. Outward facing indoor seating, can move around boat. Hot drinks and biscuits supplied. Informative narrative. Sit on the left side 😉

  • Booking was. Easy and...

    Michael O,

    Feb 21, 2025

    5.0

    Booking was. Easy and follow up email advices were very helpful. Tour ran on schedule and was very enjoyable.

  • A fantastic experience on the Milford Sound.

    Christine F,

    Feb 20, 2025

    5.0

    A great experience on a smaller cruise boat. The crew was fabulous and the views spectacular along the way.