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Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown

4.7(255)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 255 reviews12 hFree cancellationBy RealNZ
Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown

About this activity

Sit back, relax and let us host your full day Southland adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound.

Enjoy one of the world’s most spectacular drives in a modern glass‑roof coach, travelling along the shores of Lake Whakatipu through countryside to Te Anau. After a refreshing café stop, continue along the dramatic alpine Milford Road, with photo stops and short walks along the way.

Step aboard our unique, character-rich vessels for a 1 hr 40 or 2‑hour Milford Sound cruise to the Tasman Sea and admire waterfalls, wildlife and towering mountains. Experienced skippers tailor each cruise to the day’s conditions and wildlife sightings, while specialist nature guides provide live commentary. Spacious vessels feature large windows and open viewing decks for uninterrupted views, and you feel the spray of waterfalls.

Bring your own lunch or purchase locally curated food and drinks, including wine, craft beer and barista coffee, on board. After the cruise, return by coach to Queenstown

What's included

  • ✓Scenic Photo Stops
  • ✓1hr 40 min or 2 Hour Nature Cruise
  • ✓Live Commentary from Local Nature Guide
  • ✓All Fees and Taxes
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Milford App - Audio & Written guides in multiple languages. Downloadable before travel

Not included

  • ✕Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • ✕Lunch (Cabinet food available to purchase)

Meeting and pickup

  • RealNZ Queenstown, Please arrive 30 minutes before scheduled departure time. Please contact our customer service team if you wish to organise a pick-up from a bus stop close to your hotel/accommodation.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Piopiotahi Milford Sound is in an area with inherent natural risk, including potential earthquakes and landslide-induced tsunami. Know before you go: realnz.com/en/plan/natural-hazard

Cancellation policy

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

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