Milford Sound Nature Cruises

Explore moody, dramatic Milford Sound. Our vessels, the Milford Mariner and Milford Wanderer, designed along the lines of traditional trading scows, have been purpose built to operate in Milford Sound. These modern vessels offer a relaxing, extended cruise. 

For those on board wanting to learn about the magnificent scenery and wildlife, our nature guide provides a detailed commentary (English only).  

Keep a lookout for dolphins, seals and penguins.

• Delicious picnic and obento lunches available (must be pre-ordered)
   
• Luxury coach connections available from Queenstown and Te Anau
   
• Scenic fly back option available from Milford Sound to Queenstown (weather permitting)
   
• Suitable for all ages

• Milford Discovery Centre - underwater observatory option available with selected departures and self-drive itineraries (extra cost)

Nature Cruises from Milford Sound:
Season: All year, daily departures
Duration: 2 hrs - 2 hrs 30 mins
May 10 - Sep 10: 12.55pm daily
Prices from: $88 * Adult /$20 Child

Oct 10 - Apr 11: 10.30am, 12.30pm & 1.35pm daily
Nov 10 - Apr 11: 10.40am, 1.25pm & 4pm** daily
May 11 - Sep 11: 12.55pm daily
Prices from: $72 - $92 * Adult /$22 Child


Coach, Nature Cruise, Coach from Te Anau:
Duration: 7 hrs - 8 hrs 30 mins
May 10 - Sep 10: 9.50am daily
Prices from: $163 * Adult /$81.50 * Child

Oct 10 - Apr 11: 8am & 10.20am daily
May 11 - Sep 11: 9.50am daily
Prices from: $159 - $169 * Adult /$79.50 - $84.50 * Child


Coach, Nature Cruise, Coach from Queenstown:
Duration: 13 hrs
May 10 - Sep 10: 6.55am daily
Oct 10 - Apr 11: 7.30am daily
May 11 - Sep 11: 6.55am daily
Prices from: $230 Adult /$115 Child
 

Fly, Nature Cruise, Fly from Queenstown:
Duration: 4 hrs 10 mins
Oct 10 - Apr 11: 9.30am & 12.30pm daily
May 11 - Sep 11: 12noon daily
Prices from: $455 Adult /$296 Child