Activity Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

4.7 (566 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Choose the Milford Sound cruise style that suits you:

1. Milford Sound Classic Cruise Package- includes 1 hour 40 minute cruise on one of our spacious boats, purpose-built for comfort and stability. Multilingual commentary in your language using the RealNZ Milford Sound app

2. Milford Sound Signature Cruise Package - includes 2 hour Milford Sound cruise on one of our unique and character-rich boats. Insightful commentary by our friendly guides. With a barista-made coffee or local craft beer in hand, and fresh cabinet treats to savour, our crew will share the stories that bring Fiordland to life.

Once on the purpose built Fiordland vessels you will cruise the length of the Fiord for an interactive and relaxed adventure. Admire the fiord’s breathtaking wildlife, waterfalls, and mountains, from spacious decks with panoramic views. You may bring your own lunch or purchase delicious locally sourced cabinet food and beverages on-board.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 180 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: RealNZ

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Access to RealNZ Milford Sound App
Included: 1-hour 40min or 2-hour cruise

Not included

Not included: Parking Fees

Itinerary

Get closer to nature on a Milford Sound Day Cruise with RealNZ. Discover glacier-carved cliffs rising from the ink waters below – when you’re travelling by boat, there’s plenty of time to take it all in before framing up the perfect shot to preserve the moment.

Stop 1
Milford Sound
Mitre Peak
Bowen Falls
Stirling Falls

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive 20 minutes before departure to check in. In the height of summer, please allow up to an hour to find parking and walk to the terminal. From the paid-parking area, the terminal is a 10 minute walk away.

End point

Please arrive 20 minutes before departure to check in. In the height of summer, please allow up to an hour to find parking and walk to the terminal. From the paid-parking area, the terminal is a 10 minute walk away.

Using your ticket

Parking is available at Milford Sound. Please allow yourself time to find a parking space, especially during busy periods in the middle of the day.

Piopiotahi Milford Sound is one of the world's most spectacular environments, and it comes with natural hazard risk. A large earthquake or tsunami is extremely unlikely during your visit, especially a short one. Even so, these hazards do pose a risk to life, and once you are there, your options to stay safe are limited.

What to do: If an earthquake feels LONG or STRONG, Get GONE. Move up and away from waterways (the fiord and rivers) as quickly as possible. If you see or hear a landslide, do the same.

Find out more: realnz.com/en/plan/natural-hazard, civildefencesouthland.govt.nz/piopiotahi-milford-sound & af8.org.nz

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Piopiotahi Milford Sound is in an area with inherent natural risk, including potential earthquakes and landslide-induced tsunami.
Travel time: Allow 5-6hrs from Queenstown and 3hrs from Te Anau
Parking fees apply as per the Milford Sound Tourism LTD

Options

Milford Sound Classic Cruise

1hr 40 min Milford Sound Cruise: Discover Milford Sound the classic way, with space to cruise and panoramic views
Milford Sound Signature Cruise

2hr Milford Sound Cruise: Step aboard our unique, character-rich vessels, each brimming with personality & warmth.