Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel

4.8 (135 reviews) 17 h 30 min

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135 reviews

4.8

Main Saloon & Dining area — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

2 cruises of Milford Sound - late afternoon & early morning — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Taking only 22 passengers a night, the Fiordland Jewel features nine climate-controlled cabins each with their own ensuite and sea views. Includes: overnight accommodation cabin for 2 people per cabin only (option in king twin or super king double cabin), two cruises of Milford Sound, a three-course evening meal, cooked and continental breakfast prepared by the on board chef, kayaking, tender boat explorations, use of top-deck hot tub (weather permitting).

The friendly expert crew will share with you the incredible natural wilderness and local wildlife of this area. View the fascinating sea life beneath the surface when shown underwater film footage captured by the Fiordland Jewels' onboard Remote Operating Vehicle (ROV) following dinner.

Bookings are open from 31 October 2026 to 25 April 2027

Van connections (maximum 8 people) are available from Te Anau or Queenstown (charges apply) with exclusive charters available upon request.

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At a glance

Duration: 17 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 22 people
People per booking: 1–2
Guide: English
Operated by: Fiordland Discovery

Ages: Youth (6–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: 3-course dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Kayaking
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Included: Use of top-deck hot tub following dinner
Included: Tender boat excursion

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Transportation to/from Milford Sound
Not included: Overnight Cruise parking in the main car park valid from 2pm - NZD$30 paid in the terminal

Itinerary

Fiordland Discovery

30 min

Meet our crew at the Fiordland Discovery desk at the Milford Sound Terminal. Check-in is at 2.35pm, boarding the boat at 2.50pm, departure at 3.10pm for your overnight cruise. You will return to this terminal the next morning at approx. 8.45am.
Mitre Peak

Passing by

View on your cruise
Fiordland National Park

17 hours

Explore Milford Sound onboard the Fiordland Jewel

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet at the Fiordland Discovery Desk in the Milford Sound Terminal. Overnight Cruise PARKING for Fiordland Discovery is in the main car park from 2pm. RATE is $30. Payment at the overnight pay machine in terminal.

NOTE: If parking prior to 2pm the hourly rate of NZD$10 applies, pay in the car park

End point

Meet at the Fiordland Discovery Desk in the Milford Sound Terminal. Overnight Cruise PARKING for Fiordland Discovery is in the main car park from 2pm. RATE is $30. Payment at the overnight pay machine in terminal.

NOTE: If parking prior to 2pm the hourly rate of NZD$10 applies, pay in the car park

Using your ticket

Bookings are open from 1 November 2025 to 26 April 2026. Rate of $2,698 is per cabin, maximum 2 people (no single occupancy rates apply).

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Not suitable for children 5 years and under. We are unable to supply additional beds/cots. Children 6+ years are charged at full fare.