Cruise boat on Milford Sound surrounded by misty mountains and calm waters.
Couple on a boat enjoying Milford Sound's scenic mountain views.
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Highlights

  • Enjoy live commentary from the skipper as you travel through the fiord, gaining insights about the landscape throughout your time on the water.
  • Your experience begins when you board the vessel at the designated departure point in Milford Sound before the sightseeing route gets underway.
  • Sail along Milford Sound as your skipper stops at points of interest, giving you extra time to take in the surrounding fiord from the water.
  • On board, commentary from the skipper pairs with complimentary tea and coffee, so you can relax as viewpoints pass during your Milford Sound cruise.
  • Choose between a 1-hour 45-minute Milford Sound cruise or a 2-hour Milford Sound cruise, depending on how long you want to spend out on the water.
  • Select your vessel, from catamarans with remote HD cameras to onboard screens to the Gem of Sound with a glass roof and an onboard cafe and bar.

Your Experience

Cruise boat on Milford Sound surrounded by misty mountains and calm waters.
Couple on a boat enjoying Milford Sound's scenic mountain views.
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Witness Mother Nature's masterpieces

Set sail on a serene 1-hour 45-minute Milford Sound cruise aboard one of the 2 modern and spacious catamarans, Maiden of Milford or Gem of the Sound. This journey takes you through one of the most picturesque and wettest landscapes in the world. Here, you'll be mesmerized by cascading waterfalls, majestic cliffs, and lush rainforests. The water here is an exotic shade of inky black, which is a combination of river and seawater. Amazingly, it is formed such that there are 6 meters of fresh water over the ocean water. The convenient habitat built as a result allows deep-sea life to thrive.

See iconic landmarks from another angle

Your journey spans the vast fjord, passing by landmarks such as Mitre Peak, Lady Bowen, and Stirling Falls. Witness the beauty of Fairy Falls and spot wildlife like seals, dolphins, and Fiordland Crested Penguins, all while enjoying a cozy beverage. Whether you're out on the deck or peering through our expansive windows, every view is a spectacle. Our guides will enrich your experience with engaging tales and insights, deepening your connection with these natural marvels.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Stops at points of interest
  • Live commentary from the skipper
  • Complimentary tea & coffee on-board
  • 1-hour 45-minute or 2-hour Milford Sound cruise \[as per option selected\]
  • Maiden of Milford and Gem catamarans, viewing decks, large windows \[as per option selected\]
  • Gem of Sound vessel, glass roof \[as per option selected\]
  • Remote HD cameras to onboard screens \[as per option selected\]
  • Access to onboard cafe and bar \[as per option selected\]
  • Transfers

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

The Milford Sound cruise lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes.

This cruise is conducted on modern and spacious catamarans named Maiden of Milford or Gem of the Sound.

Yes, wheelchairs and prams can be brought on board as long as they fold to fit through the entrance of the boat.

Wear warm layered clothing and comfortable footwear to stay warm during the trip. It's also advisable to pack a rain jacket, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellant, and a power bank.

Yes, complimentary tea and coffee are available onboard for passengers.

You may spot seals, dolphins, and Fiordland crested penguins while cruising through Milford Sound.

Yes, the cruise includes stops at points of interest along the way.

The water is an exotic shade of inky black due to a combination of river and seawater, with about six meters of fresh water overlying ocean water.

Live commentary from the skipper will detail the unique geology and features like Mitre Peak and Lady Bowen Falls as you sail through Milford Sound.

Yes, bring cash or an EFTPOS/credit card if you wish to make any purchases at the Cafe Bar on board.

Pack sunglasses, sunscreen, rain jacket, hat, insect repellant, and power bank for the trip. Wear warm layered clothing and comfortable footwear to stay warm during the trip. Bring cash or an EFTPOS/credit card onboard for Cafe Bar purchases.

Wheelchairs and prams can be brought on board as long as they fold to fit through the entrance of the boat.

The experience may be subject to change due to extreme weather conditions.

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