Milford Sound: Overnight Cruise with Water Activities
About this activity
Highlights
- Take in the views of the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforest and mountains
- Look out for native wildlife including seals, dolphins and penguins
- Explore the shoreline by kayak or small boat tour
- Enjoy a cooked and continental breakfast prepared by our on-board chef
- Dine on a delicious three-course buffet meal
Full description
Start your adventure by departing from the Milford Sound wharf in the late afternoon before cruising through the Fiord accompanied by a specialist nature guide. Benefit from their expertise about the history and geology of the area as they make themselves available to answer your questions.
Next, we drop anchor in a sheltered cove, where you can head on an adventure with your guide, either in the vessel’s kayaks or tender craft (small boat). Alternatively, simply relax on deck and soak in the sights if that is more your style. If you’re feeling brave, there’s the option of jumping off the boat for a refreshing swim too.
In the evening feast on a delicious carvery buffet prepared freshly by our on-board chef. Then it’s time to relax, indulge in some star-gazing and story-sharing, or simply retire to your private cabin. The next day you’ll be able to dig into a hearty breakfast before heading back out to the Tasman Sea (weather permitting) and exploring more of the fiord.
Included / Excluded
- • Expert nature guide
- • Water activities - Kayak or Tender Boat
- • Three-course buffet dinner
- • Private cabins with ensuite
- • Cooked and continental breakfast
- • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks can be purchased on board
Meeting point
Start Location
RealNZ - Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, Milford Sound, New Zealand
RealNZ - Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, Milford Sound 9679, New Zealand
Important information
Know before you book
- • Water activities are weather dependent
- • Please check in 30 minutes before departure to receive your boarding pass.
- • Bring suitable clothing, waterproof jacket, warm clothing, non-slip shoes
- • Alternative vessels or coaches may be used, for example during survey periods
Know before you go
- Overnight parking options are available, allow enough time to park your car before check in. Please visit the following website for information: https://milfordsoundtourism.nz/parking
- Overnight parking is available in coach bays (29-34) at a cost of $30 - please use signed posted payment terminal in the visitor centre
- Please check in 30 minutes before departure to receive your boarding pass.
- Bring suitable clothing, waterproof jacket, warm clothing, non-slip shoes
Cancellation policy
Up to 14 days before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 14 days before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
A lovely cruise on Lake Wakatipu aboard the beautiful old TSS Earnslaw! It was fascinating to see how they used to load coal onto the ship and how they still do it today. The ship has so much old fashioned charm and history, making the experience feel like stepping back in time. The scenery was stunning, and the cruise was a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of the lake. Definitely worth experiencing!
fantastic service by all staff, unfortunately the weather didn't play the game for us. but we enjoyed our day
Feeding the animals we great to watch. The sheep dog rounding up the sheep was the highlight. Afternoon tea was much more than expected.