Milford Sound Cruise
Overview
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1 hour 45 minutes
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Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard mdoern, spacious and comfortable catamarans.
With spacious seating indoors, an open sun deck up top and a covered deck at the rear, your cruise comfort is guaranteed.
Visit the onboard Café Bar for an array of substantial hot and cold snacks, or simply savour a local wine or beer as you bask in the beauty of the surrounds.
The famously friendly skipper and crew are on hand to share their wealth of local knowledge, take those all important photos and join you on foredeck for the big finale as the bow noses close to Stirling Falls!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Milford Sound
Step aboard our magnificent three deck catamarans, and enjoy a scenic cruise along spectacular Milford Sound. Get up close and personal with the fiord's towering mountains, sheer cliffs and hanging valleys as the boat hugs the edges of the fiord throughout the two hour cruise. Feel the spray from the waterfalls that cascade from an ancient rainforest high in the mountains and look out for New Zealand fur seal colonies and occasionally dolphins swimming nearby. The cruise goes the full length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea and return down the opposite side. During the exploration you will pass iconic landmarks such as Bowen Falls, Mitre Peak, Copper Point, Fairy Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Dale Point, Seal Rock and of course Stirling Falls.
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Milford Sound Cruise
Coffee and/or Tea
Parking Fees
Options
1:30pm Cruise DEPART MILFORD
Milford Sound Cruise: Check in starts 45 minutes beforehand at the Pure Milford desk (first on the right hand side as you enter the terminal)
Duration: 2 hours
Tea & Coffee: Complimentary tea, coffee and hot water is provided on board the cruise
Milford Sound: Cruise travels the length of Milford Sound fiord to the mouth of the Tasman Sea, and returns along the opposite side
Glass Roof Catamaran
Morning Cruise DEPART MILFORD
Milford Sound Cruise: Check in starts 45 minutes beforehand at the Pure Milford desk (first on the right hand side as you enter the terminal)
Duration: 2 hours
Tea & Coffee: Complimentary tea, coffee and hot water is provided on board the cruise
Milford Sound: Cruise travels the length of Milford Sound fiord to the mouth of the Tasman Sea, and returns along the opposite side
Glass Roof Catamaran
Early Cruise DEPART MILFORD
Milford Sound Cruise: Check in starts 45 minutes beforehand at the Pure Milford desk (first on the right hand side as you enter the terminal)
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
Tea & Coffee: Complimentary tea, coffee and hot water is provided on board the cruise
Milford Sound : Cruise travels the length of Milford Sound fiord to the mouth of the Tasman Sea, and returns along the opposite side
Modern Catamaran
AfternoonCruise DEPART MILFORD
Milford Sound Cruise: Cruise departs Milford Sound at 2:30pm, with check in 45 minutes before at the Pure Milford desk
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
Milford Sound: Cruise travels the length of Milford Sound fiord to the mouth of the Tasman Sea, and returns along the opposite side
Modern Catamaran
Midday Cruise DEPART MILFORD
Milford Sound Cruise: Check in starts 45 minutes beforehand at the Pure Milford desk (first on the right hand side as you enter the terminal)
Tea & Coffee
Milford Sound: Cruise travels the length of Milford Sound fiord to the mouth of the Tasman Sea, and returns along the opposite side
Modern Catamaran
Reviews
306 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
Sonia H,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really worth doing! Great commentary with lots of detail about the scenery and wildlife. Boat was comfortable and good, clean facilities
Probably the most beautiful spot in New Zealand
PaulN3622,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience on board of a comfortable and modern vessel, we enjoyed uncrowded ship, knowledgeable commentary and complimentary coffees and hot chocolates during the trip.
Experience is very nice and remembered
Tanuj S,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic 😀 we travel to Milford sounds and hooked our ferry trip to Milford sounds was really fantastic and we will recommend this to our friends and families Thank you
A cruise on Milford Sound...
Leona M,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A cruise on Milford Sound is a must do when visiting the south island. The boat departed on time and there was complimentary tea and coffee.
It was amazing,awesome...
David T,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was amazing,awesome and incredible experience. Pictures could never do a place like Milford sound justice. One of only a handful of places like this on this planet.
Waterfall domain
sabina g,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best time to visit is during or after a rainy day this is when the waterfalls are full streaming. Wonderful area and the drive over there includes many worthy stops
Milford sound
Nichola A,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing! It’s quite a long drive from Queenstown, over 4 hours both ways, but so worth it! Everything on our tour day was just fab, the weather and even the dolphins came out to play. The tour guide gave interesting facts and information, there was spectacular views and stunning surroundings. The boat was comfortable and modern and was enjoyed by our whole group.
A perfect rainy day with waterfalls galore
Ironmac2008,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good friendly and helpful Cruise. All ran smoothly and everyone enjoyed the adventure
Like jurassic world
jonathanpX4422BR,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome boat amd team, stunning scenery with dolphins at Tasman sea
Good company
Gustavo Bs As Arg,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00All shipping companies make the same trip, at the time of booking this is the one that had the best price. Good boat, left on schedule. Complimentary tea and coffee offered
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