Full-Day Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Walks from Te Anau
Overview
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9 hours
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Embark on an awe-inspiring day excursion to Milford Sound from Te Anau, where you'll be part of a friendly, intimate group of no more than 15 fellow travelers, led by a friendly local guide. Prepare for an unforgettable journey, including a small boat cruise, traversing the entire length of the majestic fiord and venturing out to the vast expanse of the Tasman Sea.
Our relaxed itinerary is designed to maximise your enjoyment, allowing ample time for leisurely strolls, capturing breathtaking photographs, and immersing yourself in the natural wonders of the area alongside our knowledgeable nature guide. Whether it's pausing to admire cascading waterfalls, spotting playful dolphins, or simply soaking in the tranquility of the surroundings, every moment promises to be filled with wonder and discovery.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather – please bring a good rain jacket and practical shoes.
Bring any required personal medication.
Tour departs from Te Anau, not Queenstown. Allow 2.5 hours driving time if coming from Queenstown.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Departing from Te Anau, travel in a small group (maximum 15 people) along the scenic Milford Road through the heart of Fiordland National Park. Your local driver/guide will share their knowledge and entertaining stories along the may. On reaching Milford Sound enjoy a 2-hour small boat cruise to the Tasman Sea. With excellent viewing opportunities and plenty of time to enjoy the waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife. Exploring on foot with a walk in Fiordland is a must, even if it is only a few hundred meters. We stop often to ensure you won't miss a thing! Enjoy a series of short guided walks and scenic photo stops on the journey. Lots of opportunities are made for you to experience this natural wonderland with all your senses. Hike in a the range of different environments, from lush forests to magnificent alpine areas carved by glaciers long ago and discover the native birds, such as the cheeky kea. We will tailor the day to the weather and seasonal highlights to ensure your day makes the most of this incredible world heritage area.
What‘s Included
Milford Sound sightseeing boat cruise (small vessel)
Guided & self-guided nature walks along Milford Road
Small-group transport (max 15 travelers) in a modern minivan with local guide
Picnic lunch (vegetarian & gluten-free available with advance notice)
Te Anau accommodation pickup & drop-off
Queenstown pickup (tour departs Te Anau only)
Personal expenses
INFANTS - Sorry we do not cater for children under 5 years
Pickup points
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2023/24 season
Duration: 9 hours
Picnic lunch: A picnic lunch is included. Please advise if you have any dietary requirements for the lunch prior to the day of travel.
Pickup included
Reviews
751 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
100% Recommend to everyone - wish more Kiwi's would do it
alexeL2634ND,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely loved this day trip with Trips & Tramps. Our guide Ashley was very friendly, organized, knowledgeable and fun. I thought the scenery was breathtaking during our tramp and then the boat cruise blew me away. What a beautiful (almost) untouched place. It would be wonderful if more kiwis would do it. We were in a group with 3 other couples from the USA and one couple from Australia, who were really lovely people. We walked quite quickly but everyone in the group was catered for. I didn't think a guided walk was really necessary, but this was awesome. Defiantly will do it again. Our guide Ashley and the boat captain share a lot of really interesting knowledge and history about the area and I just loved it.
Local knowledge counts
Peter K,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great knowledge by the local guide, weather was perfect, small group was excellent and well worth the trip
A wonderful way to see and learn all about Milford Sound!
melanies2018,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am so glad I booked this tour! Our guide, Phil, was absolutely wonderful! His stories about the area, history, and overall knowledge made the trip just that more interesting. The beauty of Milford Sound is breathtaking. Highly recommend!
Great experience
Kirsten N,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exciting day to Milford Sound by bus and with stops along the way and really interesting stories about the area. Our driver/guide Phil was really pleasant and skillful.
Hope it Rains!
Melissa T,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really enjoyed the time if it is raining you are going to have amazing waterfalls. Really enjoyed our time be careful with the rain and being on the second deck, it did damage the one camera with water coming sideways off the roof.
Milford
prQ6392XL,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I did the 3 days Trips & Tramps trip as a solo traveller. I have to says that this day is very well plan and everything is running smoothly, but it wasn’t my favourite. The group felt pretty crowded which means that if you’re not near the guide when the group is on the move, you don’t really hear what they are saying. That said, they had many stop to give information. The walk wasn’t very scenic or challenging (flat).
Fabulous day with a great guide
P7724WVjohnf,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All round fabulous day with amazing views and great guides Lovely rainforest walk before great tour of the Sound (fjord!!) - don’t miss out on the waterfall experience! Totally recommend
Perfect way to spend the day at Milford Sound.
Traveler22063678906,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Even though it was pouring out, Phil was an excellent guide, full of knowledge and positivity. This was an excellent way to see Milford Sound.
Phil and this tour deserve 6 stars
DVR 10,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day with our guide and protector, Phil. Phil was super knowledgeable and friendly, and his true love for the area and outdoors were apparent. All of the details were covered, from the on time pickup, nice van (rags for wiping window fog included), tons of interesting info from Phil on the way into the park (including spotting 5 Kea), excellent hand off to the boat crew, amazing boat ride filled with more information (plus a sunny day!) and a tasty lunch, 2 nice walks on the way back (also guided by Phil), and return back to Te Anau by 5pm. We felt really satisfied with the day overall. Thanks again!
The best of the Milford Sound
mmm2824,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trips and Tramps should be rated #1, as this trip was excellent. Our guide, Phil, was knowledgeable, funny, and a great driver! The stops along the way (and the short hikes) were interesting an took us to beautiful spots. Impromptu stops, such as to see the waterfalls pouring down the mountainsides from the recent rain, were just fantastic. The van is comfortable, lunch provided on the tour was tasty, and the boat tour around the Sound was terrific. This is a great experience.
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