Milford Sound Small Group Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch

Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

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Embark on an intimate small-group adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound—one of Aotearoa’s most iconic natural wonders. This fully guided day trip is more than just a destination; it’s an experience crafted with care, comfort, and connection in mind. Travel in our premium Sprinter, designed for a relaxed pace and optimal viewing, with plenty of time to stop, explore, and soak up the landscape. From majestic alpine valleys to cascading waterfalls and native wildlife encounters, every moment of the journey is part of the magic.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please provide us with your dietary requirements

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Private transportation

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

WiFi on board

Snacks

Enjoy a 1 hour 45 minute cruise with fewer passengers and an onboard nature guide. You’ll get up close to waterfalls, towering cliffs, Mitre Peak, and wildlife.

Air-conditioned vehicle

Water (Please bring a reusable Water Bottle)

Enjoy a Picnic Lunch onboard the Milford Cruise

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Lake Wakatipu

We travel alongside the stunning shores of Lake Wakatipu, winding our way through dramatic alpine landscapes. Your guide will share fascinating insights about the adventure ahead and point out some hidden gems to look forward to.

Admission Not Applicable

Southland Region

As we cross into Southland, take in the wide-open spaces and lush farmland. Your guide will provide insight into the local farming lifestyle and how this region plays a key role in New Zealand’s agriculture.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Milford Sound Small Group Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch

Reviews

5.00

75 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Best day ever
Jet09819843601,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Good trip great views. Hopefully every tour guide is as good as Ben, he also has a cool crawler you can use if he likes you! Recommend this a lot!
Awesome Trip
Wander50463731919,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fab trip out for the day, plenty of places to stop for toilets and stunning views! My favourite views in all of NZ :) lord of the rings filming spots and Milford sounds was great! long day that Ben made it short!
Pleasant surprises
Curious54646535786,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a pleasant surprise! We stopped at one spot where the hobbit was filmed, witnessed some fresh avalanches and of course, the scenic boat ride. The boat ride reminded me of the fjords of Norway! I want to especially point out to follow Ben’s advice. He honestly won’t steer you wrong! I doubted a couple of his recommendations and was pleasantly surprised. He’s got great knowledge and jokes to go along with it. Went with a great small group and made the most of a once in a lifetime trip! No regrets whatsoever!!!
Wonderful Milford Sound day trip!
andreadI2100QB,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everything was really well organized and the day went perfectly. We made several beautiful stops on the way, with time to enjoy the views and take photos. Milford Sound was just stunning — waterfalls everywhere and amazing nature! The driver was super friendly and made the trip very enjoyable. Totally recommend this experience!
Fabulous Day
harrietk554,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This day was fantastic. Ben is such an informative and energetic tour guide - I had no idea about the shamels in New Zealand. The vibes in the bus were top tier - with great tunes and conversations. We saw many mountains and waterfalls before seeing the incredible sights on the Milford Sound cruise. Loved it.
Definitely will do this again! 10/10 don’t hesitate and book in!
DayTrip56034209627,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Unreal, definitely something you have to get around while here. From the moment we got picked up till drop off was remarkable. Yes, it’s long drive but trust me you are so well looked after, plenty toilet breaks, coffee breaks along with that you have 10/10 scenery. Once you get on to the boat food packs are ready with tables reserved for you which was great.
10/10 would book again
matthewbD9500YB,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Telli from Wild Kiwi organised the tour to perfection. We left Queenstown at 07:15 with a full 19 seater bus. There are USB sockets for charging and it was reasonably comfortable for a 9 hour round trip We made plenty of toilet and shop stops to pick up coffee & lunch, though I'd recommend picking this up beforehand as time is limited. Telli reserved us seats so we had somewhere to eat on The Pride Of Milford catamaran. The cooked lunch looked good - I'd probably book that next time. Arrived back in QT at 19:30. We made good time compared to lots of other coaches. Recommended!
Milford Sound, Wild Kiwi
Maps10193941279,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had an amazing day visiting Milford Sound, which was made so much better by having a helpful guide, who made plenty of stops along the way so we could take in the view and made sure everyone was comfortable on the long drive.
Best experience ever!!
P6405GSmelanies,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Most beautiful experience and so worth the every cent. Was a big day but you spend it with the best people so it doesn’t feel so long! Telli was a very knowledgeable and informative guide with a warm and bubbly nature. Best for solo travellers that want to see Milford and may not have anyone to join them. We were lucky enough to see a pod of dolphins and seals too! Lots of lovely stops on the way and it didn’t matter the weather, hail, rain or shine, it was breathtaking!! Just be prepared for all seasons in one day whilst on the cruise! Thanks WildKiwi!!
10/10
Cruiser53623170333,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience with a van full of solo and couple travellers! Our very knowledgable tour guide, Telli, made plenty of scenic stops along the way and picked a prime weather window at Milford Sound for an amazing day out!