Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ
Overview
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2 hours
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Get closer to nature on a Milford Sound Day Cruise with RealNZ. Discover glacier-carved cliffs rising from the ink waters below – when you’re travelling by boat, there’s plenty of time to take it all in before framing up the perfect shot to preserve the moment.
Please note: this service may operate on several different vessels. If you wish to find out more, please contact the supplier directly.
Please check in 30 minutes beforehand. Check in closes 15 minutes before departure, with gates closing 5 mins prior to departure.
Paid Parking - as set by Milford Sound Tourism LTD.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruise aboard the Milford Haven or Milford Mariner
Restaurant quality food available for purchase
Bring sensible clothing and footwear for cool and wet weather
Travel time: Allow 5-6hrs from Queenstown and 3hrs from Te Anau
Parking fees apply as per the Milford Sound Tourism LTD
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Landing and facility fees
Parking Fees
What To Expect
Milford Sound
Get closer to nature on a Milford Sound Day Cruise with RealNZ. Discover glacier-carved cliffs rising from the ink waters below – when you’re travelling by boat, there’s plenty of time to take it all in before framing up the perfect shot to preserve the moment. Please check in 30 minutes beforehand. Check in closes 15 minutes before departure, with gates closing 5 mins prior to departure.
Options
Cruise aboard the Mariner
Milford Sound Cruise: A traditional 'scow style' vessel with sails, a photographer's dream
Cruise aboard the Haven
Milford Sound Cruise: Rooftop beer garden with 360 views, relaxed indoor lounge with cabinet food, barista coffee and a licensed bar on board
Reviews
380 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Milford Sound
todd t,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Well worth the long drive looking at beautiful scenery and sheep ! Boat ride is magical and very organized
Great experience, not very...
Job B,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
3.00Excellent experience, not very special. Furthermore, a modern boat with friendly staff. Pricey coffee, though.
Fantastic
Sheena H,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00The experience was amazing. The team were great, friendly and very knowledgeable. And the scenery was unbelievable.
It was a magical...
Praathna N,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a magical experience. Also our cruise was cancelled because of road closure but I was easily able to get a rebooking for a few days later :) The cruise was comfortable and the views were just breathtaking !
This was cancelled by...
heidibelling,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
1.00This was cancelled by tour operator due to avalanche hazard. Please refund us. You have not responded to my refund request of two days ago.
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