Milford Sound boat cruise through the pristine beauty of Milford Sound and the Fiordland National Park with Pure Milford as your guide.
Unwind, sit comfortably, and let Pure Milford take care of your travel needs.
We provide a range of travel packages to Milford Sound from Queenstown and Te Anau, offering daily day trip excursions.
Our coach services are meticulously crafted to showcase the finest aspects of Fiordland National Park. They include engaging commentary about the area, opportunities for photo stops, and brief nature walks, ensuring an immersive and insightful experience for all travellers.
Immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness, discovering your own secluded haven.
Embark on your adventure by driving through Fiordland National Park at your own pace, or opt for the convenience of a coach from Queenstown or Te Anau. For an exhilarating aerial perspective, consider soaring in on a fixed-wing plane.
Piopiotahi/Milford Sound boasts a rich tapestry of wildlife, vast mountain ranges, and ancient waterfalls that have stood the test of time.
Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee, or treat yourself to a refreshing cold beer as you witness bottlenose dolphins gracefully frolic around the bow. Feel the invigorating mist from a 151-metre waterfall and be captivated by some of the most breathtaking vistas on Earth.
The Best Views of Milford Sound
Step aboard the Gem of the Sound, Piopiotahi/Milford’s exclusive glass-roofed vessel, offering unparalleled viewing experiences within the fiord.
Crafted to perfection, this tailor-made catamaran is meticulously designed to enhance your Piopiotahi Milford adventure. Featuring expansive viewing decks, a sheltered outdoor seating area, cosy booth seating, and generous windows throughout, every detail has been considered.
Controlled by our skilled skipper, state-of-the-art HD cameras transmit live outdoor footage onto TV screens positioned throughout the boat, ensuring you won’t miss a single moment of Piopiotahi/Milford, no matter where you are on board.
Scenic Milford Sound Boat Cruise
We welcome you to come and enjoy unhurried, uncrowded, hassle-free Fiordland boat cruises with us on the magnificent Milford Sound. Our boat cruises travel the length of the fiord, out to the Tasman Sea and back, getting you up close to various points of interest along the way.
On our Fiordland boat cruises, you can enjoy:
- Exceptional service from famously friendly staff
- Three decks and extensive indoor/outdoor areas providing unlimited viewing from everywhere on the boat
- Comfortable spacious interior cabins with ample choice of seating
- Informative commentary
- We limit our numbers to keep our cruises uncrowded enhancing your enjoyment and appreciation of this spectacular wilderness area
- Café & licensed bar serving café style hot and cold food, snacks, non-alcoholic and alcoholic refreshments
- Hot and cold lunch options available for purchase
- Complimentary tea & hot water, with espresso coffee available to purchase
Experience Milford Sound At Its Best…
Choose Your Milford Sound Cruise
Compare your cruise options to see what works best for you.
Milford Sound Cruise Prices
Quoted in NZ$, Subject to Change
Coach – Cruise – Coach
Departing Queenstown or Te Anau with the option to fly back to Queenstown
- From Queenstown: NZ$265
- From Te Anau NZ$225
- Return time from Queenstown is 12 hours; 8 hours from Te Anau.
Self-Drive and Cruise
Drive yourself to Milford Sound
- From Milford Sound: NZ$140
- Driving time from Te Anau is 2.5 hours, and 4.5 hours from Queenstown.
Fly – Cruise – Fly
- Departing from Queenstown: NZ$699
- 4-5 hours return