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Milford Sound Day Tour and Cruise from Queenstown

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Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

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Experience stunning scenery on an unforgettable day trip to Milford Sound.

The pristine Milford Sound is part of the World Heritage Fiordland National Park, in the south west of the South Island, and is famed for its remote atmosphere and rugged beauty. It is New Zealand’s best known fiord and the only one that can be reached by road. Maori are believed to have discovered Milford Sound more than 1,000 years ago, returning seasonally to collect the prized pounamu (greenstone). In the early 1800s John Grono was the first European settler to land in the sound, which he named after Milford Haven in Wales.

Described by Rudyard Kipling as the 'eighth wonder of the world', Milford Sound was carved by glaciers during the ice ages. Milford Sound is breathtaking in any weather. Cliffs rise high into the air from the dark waters, mountain peaks scrape the sky and waterfalls cascade downwards, some as high as 1000 metres.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Picnic Lunch

Glass Roof Coaches with Free-Wifi

Milford Sound Cruise

Free Hotel Transfers from selected properties

Gratuities

What To Expect

1

Lake Wakatipu

Shaped like a lightening blot, Lake Wakatipu is New Zealand's third largest lake. You will be able to see views of the lake as you depart Queenstown.

•Admission Not Applicable
2

Mirror Lakes Walk

Described by Rudyard Kipling as the 'eighth wonder of the world', Milford Sound was carved by glaciers during the ice ages. Milford Sound is breathtaking in any weather. Cliffs rise high into the air from the dark waters, mountain peaks scrape the sky and waterfalls cascade downwards, some as high as 1000 metres. When it rains in Milford Sound (and it often does) those waterfalls multiply with magnificent effect. See the mirror lakes of Earl Mountains

10 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Cruise, Tour & Lunch 7.40am

Tour, Cruise & Lunch 7.20am

Milford Sound Cruise
Picnic Lunch
Glass Roof Coach

Reviews

4.66

523 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • This tour is a great buy,...

    Mark D,

    May 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This tour is a great buy, and the quality is well worth the cost. Would do it again in a heart beat.

  • Just Wow!!

    Jim F,

    Apr 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The scenery was breathtaking. The slow pace of the boat made it so we could take everything in without feeling rushed.

  • Excellent driver. Great...

    Richard B,

    Mar 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent driver. Great scenery. Wonderful boat excursion with great weather. Highly recommend this tour

  • Driver Adrian was...

    Mark S,

    Mar 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Driver Adrian was personable, entertaining and informative. He even correctly predicted a fortuitous change in the weather. As for Milford Sound, there is a reason it was described as 8th wonder of the world. If you ever get the chance , do it!

  • An excellent trip and we...

    Alison R,

    Feb 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    An excellent trip and we were given lots of information by the coach driver on the way and plenty of chances to stop for amazing photos!

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4.66
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