Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown
Overview
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12 hours
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Join talented and knowledgeable guides on a journey along one of New Zealand's most scenic drives. All guides have unique and insightful stories to share, and spill the secrets of their beautiful backyard as you travel through lush rainforest, glacier carved valleys, alpine lookouts and much more. Enjoy spectacular short walks and incredible photo stops before arriving at the main event, magical Milford Sound.
On arrival at Milford Sound, board a modern and spacious catamaran exploration of the region’s most famous fiord. As the boat travels the length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea, the welcoming crew will share what they know about their place, its wildlife, waterfalls, and fascinating history.
Enjoy complimentary lunch before joining the crew for a dance in the spray of pure glacial melt as the boat noses close Stirling Falls for a refreshing finale!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please ensure that a car seat or suitable restraint is brought for all passengers 4 years and under travelling on our coach to ensure their safety and safety of others.
Piopiotahi Milford Sound is a place of exceptional natural beauty, carved by glaciers and surrounded by towering peaks and lush rainforest. As part of Fiordland National Park, New Zealand’s most remote and rugged region, this incredible environment also brings with it a range of natural hazards. While our team takes every measure to operate safely and keep you informed, it’s important that you are aware of potential risks so you can be prepared and confident during your visit. More information can be found on https://puremilford.co.nz/natural-hazard-and-risk
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Milford Sound Cruise
Coffee and/or Tea
What To Expect
Southland Region
Departing Queenstown and hugging the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the highway brings you along the rugged but beautiful Devil's Staircase and passed stunning mountain ranges to southern rural heartland. After passing through deer, cattle and sheep farming landscape, you come to the beautiful town of Te Anau, the Gateway to Fiordland, for a refreshment break.
Te Anau
The coach makes a scheduled stop at Te Anau, the Gateway to Fiordland for an important rest break before journeying into the National Park. You can use this time to get your caffeine fix, stretch your legs, take a stroll to the lake or stock up on the last of connectivity as phone signal and WiFi is blissfully lost as you enter Fiordland.
Options
Coach&Cruise Tour Queenstown
Coach and Cruise Day Tour: Join an epic coach & catamaran exploration of the Fiordland National Park. Return coach transport, cruise and lunch included
Duration: 12 hours
Lunch: Lunch options include chicken, vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free. Lunch is served on board the cruise
Touring Coach: Air conditioned touring coach
Pickup included
Later Coach & Cruise from QTN
Coach and Cruise Day Tour: Allow the crowds to rush ahead on this later departure coach & cruise exploration of Piopiotahi/Milford Sound. Lunch included
Duration: 12 hours
Lunch: Picnic lunch options include chicken, vegetarian, vegan and gluten free. Lunch is served on board the cruise
Air Conditioned Tour Coach
Pickup included
Early Coach & Cruise from QTN
Coach & Cruise Day Tour: Beat the crowds and join the first coach departing Queenstown for Milford Sound! Transport, cruise and lunch included.
Duration: 12 hours
Lunch: Lunch options include chicken, vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free. Lunch is served on board the cruise
Air Conditioned Touring Coach
Pickup included
Reviews
718 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome - just do it!
C5453ZQmarkm,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great customer service after I booked the wrong date, no problem sorting it out. Scarlet (our guide and coach driver) picked us up on time and we were on our way. Scarlet was an excellent driver and guide, keeping us informed and entertained all the way from Queenstown to Milford, stopping along the way for photos of the amazing scenery. It had been raining a lot, so there were waterfalls EVERYWHERE, just stunning. Once we got to Milford the transfer to the boat cruise was seamless. Pure Milford's catamaran is modern and comfortable with plenty of spaces inside and out to take in all that Milford Sound has to offer. The tour and commentary on board was good and informative, I only wish we'd had Scarlet doing that too to make it more entertaining! The included picnic lunch filled the gap and limitless hot drinks on board was a bonus. Pure Milford is highly recommended. Thank you for making our day a memorable one.
Great Milford Sound Cruise
ahimanic,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great bus driver that picked us up from several locations. The toughest part is to find all day parking in Queenstown. Make sure you go early it may take a while to find a spot! Our driver was very efficient in hauling that big tour bus along the route all the while explained in great details about the land and its habitats. He make great photo stops and coffee stops along the way. Our captain for the cruise was also very knowledgeable about Milford Sound and humorous too. He made the cruise much more enjoyable! Highly recommend Pure Milford.
Stunning Milford Sounds
Zorica R,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Milford sounds are definitely worth of seeing. Stunning! The whole trip was well done by Pure Milford company and Chelsea as our guide was great. Would recommend it to my friends and family.
Fantastic day! Best guide ever
Andres P,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic day, lovely experience and our guideCamilo was the best. Highly recommend this experience to everyone
Great day exploring the Fjordlands
phillipaA3014AW,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun day! Zoe was our guide, and she was an absolute dream. She mingled historical facts about the region with an authentic and at times slightly unhinged sense of humor which had our whole van in stitches as we took in the breathtaking scenery. Thank you Cheeky Kiwi and Zoe for an amazing experience!
Amazing day out!
Susan G,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Truly memorable but we were very lucky with the weather and it was amazing to see the scenery and colours and flora and wildlife. Scarlet our driver and guide was fantastic. She was so knowledgable and interesting. Layer up! The day went from cold to warm throughout. Take water but there are plenty of stops - one long and a few short ones.
A must do tour while in Queesntown
linda e,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must do while in Queenstown. Amazing views from start to finish. Great opportunities for for photos during sight seeing stops. Food on board the cruise was really good. The tour guide was really informative and friendly. It was a memorable day all round.
Bus issue but awesome
Pete B,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Good bus but mostly unable to see thw view on way to Milford due to all windows being very steamed up. Driver didn't seem to be able to activate aircond to dehumidify the air. Pleasant trip otherwise as Milford was wet, rainy but spectacular and beautiful. Just felt a bit like we missed out on the way.
Excellent Experience for a Solo Traveller!
419shivanim,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the best tour that I have done and Cam made it super exciting and awesome for everyone with his experience &knowledge about the history of the place! He is a great orator and kept the team engaged throughout! Excellent work Cam & team and thank you for this lovely tour. I recommend Pure Milford to everyone!
Windows on the bus ceiling and comfortable bus ride
Sherri J,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The bus driver was very skilled at driving the curvy roads. Brennan was funny and told interesting things about the area
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