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Milford Sound Nature Cruise

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Encounter New Zealand wildlife in the breathtaking environment of Milford Sound from the comfort of Southern Discoveries modern catamaran.

Encounter New Zealand wildlife in the breathtaking environment of Milford Sound from the comfort of Southern Discoveries modern catamaran.

Highlights

  • Say hello to the seals basking on the rocks
  • Specialist nature guide on board sharing their local knowledge with lively and informative commentary
  • Delve into the history, geology and wildlife of the fiord
  • Enjoy a whole top deck for viewing and take breathtaking panoramic photos
  • Join the skipper in the open wheelhouse
  • Stand on the bow under Stirling Falls

With spacious viewing decks purpose built for the ultimate in comfort, panoramic views from the top deck and large covered seating areas below, you can enjoy the views from any vantage point.

Mitre Peak's distinct shape amongst unique wildlife and majestic towering waterfalls is second to none.

The Nature Cruise brings premium viewing of wildlife including seals, dolphins and penguins.

You’ll find yourself within touching distance of impressive geological features and feeling the full force of the powerful 15,000-year-old Stirling Falls.

Adult $145.00 (Aged 15+ )
Child $65.00 (Aged 5 - 14 years)
Infant $0.00 (Aged 0 - 4 years)

What's included

  • Complimentary tea and coffee

Duration

  • Cruise duration: 1 hour 45 minutes - 2 hours

Location

  • Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, State Highway 94, Milford Sound.
  • Allow approximately 5 hours drive time from Queenstown or 3 hours from Te Anau.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Car parking in Milford Sound is $10 per hour, if parking in the main car park, please allow 10-12 minutes to walk to the terminal. There is free parking in Deepwater Basin, please allow 25-30 minutes to walk to the terminal. If you choose to self-drive, we recommend arriving into Milford Sound at least one hour prior to your scheduled cruise departure to allow sufficient time to find a car park and make your way to the Milford Sound Cruise Terminal. For further information about car parking please visit milfordsountourism.nz/parking

    Product Extras: Available to purchase through checkout:

    Picnic Lunch - $35 per Adult/Child/Infant - Available on all departures

    Buffet Lunch - $49 per Adult/Child/Infant - Available on the 1.15pm departure only

  • Please note:Child age is 5 - 14 years. Infants 0 - 4 years are free.

    Children must be accompanied by an adult on all cruises.

    Not valid in conjunction with any other special offers or discounts.

Available Bookings from 28 Apr to 11 May 2024

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  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
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  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
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  • Adult$145.00
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$101.50 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$101.50 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$101.50 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$101.50 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

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  • Adult$145.00
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

Bookings close in 11 hours...

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$145.00
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$145.00
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$145.00
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$108.75 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$145.00
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$145.00
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$65.00
  • Infant Free

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.7

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Yiying from Taiwan wrote on 27 February 2019

美景

峽灣美景!當日天氣不錯~ 瀑布!海豹岩!都有欣賞到!經過瀑布時, 船會特別靠近一點, 感受一下瀑布水氣四濺, 很high~

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YI-FAN KE from Taiwan wrote on 23 November 2018

船比想像中的大~

不錯的旅程,停留要觀看的景物可以在接近一點,不過船上咖啡跟茶無限暢飲已經很有誠意了~

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YingHsiu Lin from Taiwan wrote on 08 December 2023

有趣的大自然之旅

峽彎風景很美,幸運的話能看到企鵝或海豹,還有近距離的感受瀑布從高處灑下的快感,很棒的體驗。

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cam0606 from Taiwan wrote on 27 October 2023

普通

當天只看到微弱的光

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lili from Taiwan wrote on 25 March 2023

非常棒

很幸運的遇到好天氣,景色優美,還遇到海豚令人驚艷,不虛此行,整船的大家都很歡樂~船體平穩,沒有暈船,但是風大,會建議攜帶圍巾或防風帽子。

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