Milford Sound Day Time Cruise Options
Departing from Milfod, Te Anau and Queenstown
Milford Sound is simply stunning. In Maori legend, the fiords were created not by rivers of ice, but by Tu Te Raki Whanoa, a godly figure who came wielding a magical adze and uttering incantations. Milford Sound (Piopiotahi) is without doubt his finest sculpture.
Whatever the fiord’s mood, teeming with rain or with sun glistening on deep water, it will inspire you. Real Journeys offers a range of daytime and overnight cruises on Milford Sound as well as coach and flight connections.
Daytime Cruises Milford Sound:
Grand, brooding, serene and wild, Milford Sound draws visitors from all over the globe to cruise its length – and wonder. Luxuriant rain forest clings to sheer rock walls washed with waterfalls. In the foreground stands Mitre Peak, a majestic presence dominating the skyline.
We have TWO excellent daytime cruise options in Milford Sound – Scenic and Nature Cruises.
Scenic Cruises Milford Sound
This cruise appeals to those wanting to enjoy the dramatic scenery of Milford Sound in style! Cruise the full length of Milford Sound on board one of our spacious, modern vessels (Milford Monarch or Milford Haven) offering excellent viewing opportunities.
Our friendly staff provide informative commentaries in several languages and point out highlights.
- Duration 1 hour, 40 minutes.
- Luxury coach connections from Queenstown and Te Anau
- Queenstown flightseeing options: fly both ways or fly back after
- Coaching into Milford (weather permitting) Suitable for all ages
Departing from Milford
11.00 am and 1.00 pm All Year
9.00 am, 12.00 pm, 2.00 pm, 3.00 pm 1 Oct - 30 April
Departing From Te Anau - Coach & Milford Sound Scenic Cruise
8.00 am - 4.30 pm Oct - Apr
9.50 am - 4.30 pm All Year
Departing From Queenstown – Coach / Scenic Cruises
6.55 am - 7.30 pm All Year
Departing from Queenstown- Coach / Scenic Cruise / Fly
6.55 am - 3.40 pm All Year
Flight - weather permitting
Departing from Queenstown - Fly / Scenic Cruise / Fly
8.00 am - 11.40 am Oct - Apr
10.00 am - 1.40 pm All Year
12.00 pm - 3.40 pm All Year
2.00 pm - 5.40 pm Oct - 14 Apr
Flight - weather permitting
Check in 20 minutes prior to departure time.
Nature Cruises - Milford Sound
Explore Milford Sound in a leisurely and casual way with our nature guides. Our vessels, the "Milford Mariner" and "Milford Wanderer," designed along the lines of traditional trading scows, have been purpose built to operate in the fiords. These modern vessels offer a relaxing, extended cruise option.
For those on board wanting to learn about the magnificent scenery and wildlife, our nature guide provides a detailed commentary (English only). Keep a look out for dolphins, seals and penguins.
- Milford Wanderer, Milford Sound
- Duration 2 hours, 30 minutes
- Luxury coach connections from Queenstown and Te Anau, plus fly out options from Milford Sound
- Suitable for all ages.
Departing from Milford -Coach / Nature Cruises
10.30 am -1.00 pm Oct - Apr
12.30 pm - 3.00 pm Oct-Apr
1.25 pm - 3.55 pm Oct – Apr
12.55 pm – 2.55 pm May-September
Departing from Te Anau -Coach / Nature Cruises
8.00 am - 4.30 pm Oct - Apr
10.20 am - 6.00 pm Oct - Apr
9.50 am – 4.50 pm May - September
Departing from Queenstown - Coach / Nature Cruises
7.30 am - 8.30 pm Oct - Apr
6.55 am – 7.45 pm May – September
Departing from Queenstown - Coach / Nature Cruise / Fly
7.30 am - 5.40 pm Oct - Apr
Flight - weather permitting
Check in 20 minutes prior to departure time.
