Award Winning Milford Sound Full Day Tour & Cruise from Te Anau

5.0(1,331)9 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Fiordland Tours

About this activity

Discover the spectacular beauty of Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park on an extended 9-hour small-group tour from Te Anau, limited to 16 guests.

Travel the famous Milford Road with an experienced local guide, enjoying scenic stops, short walks and photo opportunities through glacier-carved valleys, ancient rainforest and dramatic waterfalls.

Enjoy freshly baked morning tea along the way before arriving in Milford Sound for a 1-hour 45-minute nature cruise. Take in towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and incredible Fiordland scenery, with opportunities to spot kea, seals, dolphins and the elusive Fiordland crested penguin. After the cruise, enjoy free time to explore the Milford Sound waterfront.

For an unforgettable aerial perspective, upgrade to a 30-minute scenic helicopter flight with a mountain-top landing, departing from and returning to Milford Sound, or choose to helicopter directly back to Te Anau.

What's included

✓Local guide
✓Multiple scenic stops & optional walks within Fiordland National Park
✓National Park fees
✓Morning tea: home-baked goods & hot drinks
✓Driver/guide
✓Air-conditioned vehicle
✓Hotel pickup and drop-off from Te Anau
✓Live commentary on board

Not included

✕Drinks

Meeting and pickup

You may come to our address the morning of your tour. We are at 60 Town Centre, Te Anau.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A minimum of 4 people is required to operate the tour
Optional extras include: Helicopter return to Te Anau or a scenic 30 minute heli during your time in Milford Sound

Cancellation policy

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

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