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Small Group, Award Winning Milford Sound Day Experience & Cruise

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Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

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Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand and a must-see for any traveller. Whether seen in sunshine or rain, the incredible views are guaranteed to leave you awestruck. This is a small group tour for travellers seeking an all-inclusive, uniquely-kiwi, personalised trip to Milford Sound.

We keep things personal using our fleet of modern Mercedes vans. Enjoy your journey with only 15 people, in a vehicle with premium features such as leather seats, panoramic scenic windows, Wi-Fi and Spotify.

Let your Altitude Tours guide entertain you with in-depth knowledge of the area, as we travel from Queenstown through Te Anau and into the Fiordland National Park on the famous Milford Road. Enjoy many scenic photo stops at both famous locations, as well as our guide's favourite off-the-beaten-track spots.

Enjoy a 2-hour small uncrowded cruise while taking in the incredible beauty that Milford Sound has to offer! You can also add on a picnic lunch to enjoy onboard.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please bring walking shoes, warm clothes and rain jacket.

Please be aware that Milford Sound is a 5 hour drive from Queenstown (one-way with sightseeing stops). This is a full day excursion, and including the 2 hour cruise on the fjord, allow approximately 13 hours door to door.

There is an option to include a packed picnic lunch. The default choice is chicken, however you can request a vegetarian lunch until 5pm the day prior.

Please bring a reusable waterbottle on tour with us. There are multiple locations to refill during the day.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

WiFi on board

Convenient pick up and drop off locations around Queenstown

Knowledgable and friendly local driver/guides

2-Hour nature cruise on Milford Sound

Off-the-beaten track scenic photo stops en route

Tea & coffee available on the 2 hour nature cruise

Additional Snacks

To reduce single-use plastic, we do not provide water bottles. We recommend anyone travelling NZ to have their own reusable water bottle. There are several locations to refill during the day.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

1

Lake Wakatipu

Start your day by meeting our friendly local guide at or near your Queenstown accommodation. You'll travel in style in a premium Mercedes van designed for touring with only 16 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.

Admission Not Applicable
2

Lake Te Anau

Lake Te Anau is in the southwestern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The lake covers an area of 344 km², making it the second-largest lake by surface area in New Zealand and the largest in the South Island. It is the largest lake in Australasia by fresh water volume.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

6.30 Glass Roof Van & Lunch

Includes Packed Picnic Lunch: This option includes a packed picnic lunch box. The default selection is chicken, with options to change to vege.
Glass Roof Van: This option connects to our 6:30am departure which offers a guaranteed glass-roof top van.
Pickup included

7.30am Excluding Lunch

Pickup included

6.30 Glass Roof Upgrade

Glass Roof Mercedes Sprinter: This option connects to our 6:30am departure which offers a guaranteed glass-roof top van.
Pickup included

6am Glass Roof Upgrade & Lunch

Packed Picnic Lunch : This option includes a packed picnic lunch box. The default selection is chicken, with options to change to vege.
Glass Roof Vehicle : This option connects to our 6:00am departure which offers a guaranteed glass-roof top van.
Pickup included

7.30am Inc. Picnic Lunch

Packed Picnic Lunch: This has a Chicken sandwich. If you would like Beef or Vegetarian, please note in special requirements, or let our team know.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.90

2,187 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2016
138
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  • Fantastic tour

    Shannon T,

    Aug 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This is a must do trip! The scenery was just beautiful. Do was an excellent guide and the tour bus was very nice. The highlight of course was the cruise around Milford Sound. It was just an incredible day. Highly recommend this trip!

  • Fantastic experience,...

    Garrick P,

    Aug 7, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fantastic experience, amazing scenery, wonderful company, & excellent driver. Margy went the second mile, dropping off forgotten property left in the very comfortable van! Highly recommend Margy & Altitude!

  • Go with Altitude

    jmzembek85,

    Aug 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    I picked this tour when Cheeky Kiwi’s tour was sold out. Very happy I went with Altitude the vans are new and had comfy leather seats. Our guide Chelsea was knowledgeable and was from the area sharing her knowledge and experiences with the sound and surrounding areas on the way. She even found us open spots on a plane for our ride home. This tour also includes a lunch. We were the only tour bus enjoying our lunches on the boat ride.

  • Milford’s Sound small group .

    Sharon R,

    Aug 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Breathtaking day scenery is amazing our guide Allegra was very knowledgeable and enjoyable to learn from . Allegra made a long day in the bus go very quick . Would highly recommend this tour .

  • Great way to experience...

    Kate B,

    Aug 3, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great way to experience Milford Sound. Our tour guide Amy was fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable, professional and kind, and made the whole day a comfortable and educational experience. The schedule ran smoothly, very well organised and all of the scenery was stunning. The drop off and pick up options were convenient and communicated clearly. Highly recommend.

From NZD 309

4.90
2,187 reviews
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