Day Trips

From Te Anau: Milford Cruise & Return Transfers

Name: From Te Anau: Milford Cruise & Return Transfers
Start: 2025-04-24T10:10:00
End: 2025-04-24T16:55:36
Location: Te Anau

Milford Sound cruise ship with scenic mountain views, Queenstown day trip experience.

Milford Sound cruise boat on water surrounded by mountains, Te Anau to Milford return transfers.

Eglinton Valley landscape on route from Te Anau to Milford Sound during scenic cruise tour.

Milford Sound cruise boat on water surrounded by mountains, Te Anau to Milford tour.

Duration

8 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

Transfers included

Instant confirmation

Mobile ticket

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Milford Sound on a full-day tour from Te Anau. Enjoy a scenic coach ride, a cruise, and guided walks in Fiordland National Park.

Enjoy a guided coach journey from Te Anau, heading to Eglinton Valley. Don't miss the chance to snap photos of Mirror Lakes' identical reflections.

Set sail on a leisurely 2-hour cruise. Look out for seals, dolphins, and maybe even penguins while enjoying the views from the outer deck.

The short walks and photo ops at sights like Pops Lookout, and Christie Falls best highlight Milford Sound’s geology and unique ecosystems.

Sip on tea and coffee while marveling at glacier-carved landscapes and Milford Sound's beauty.

Did you know? Surprisingly, there's a small permanent population of around 120 people living in Milford Sound.

Full-day tour to Milford Sound from Te Anau

2-hour Milford Sound cruise

English-speaking driver/guide

Round-trip transfers with stops for short walks

Complimentary tea & coffee on-board

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
George
Apr, 2025Verified booking
4/5
It was a good day! Cruise was 2 hours, not 3, but that was adequate. Bus travel was somewhat shorter than advertised. All that aside, it was a very good day. RealNZ was a great provider! Thanks.
Angela
Mar, 2025Verified booking
5/5
Everything! The bus ride to the cruise was great. The commentary was informative and gave so much information along the way. The transfer to the boat was seamless and the ride back restful. The cruise commentary was appreciated and all staff friendly. Thanks everyone.
Francelle
Mar, 2025Verified booking
5/5
Bus driver friendly and informative. Felt very safe with his driving. Majestic scenery and so many interesting land formations on both bus and boatrip.
Anne-marie
Mar, 2025Verified booking
4/5
Amazing nature, good information! Good to go there early in the morning before it gets to crowded. Some hints: - the meeting at 8.30 am is a bit to early, we only left from Te Anau at 9 am. - I didn't know about the included lunch, would have been good to announce it.
Meggin
Mar, 2025Verified booking
4/5
The bus driver Scarlet was exyremely informative and made us feel welcome. The boat trip was great even though it was drizzling

Convenient arrival

Begin your adventure in Te Anau, where you'll meet your guide and fellow travelers. Here, you'll board a comfortable, glass-roof coach equipped with free Wi-Fi, setting the stage for a day filled with stunning views and insightful commentary.

From Te Anau to Milford Sound

As you travel towards Milford Sound, your journey takes you along the edge of Lake Te Anau, entering the breathtaking Fiordland National Park. Witness the transition from beech forests to the Eglinton Valley, a spectacular glacier-carved valley. The drive includes stops at scenic spots like the Mirror Lakes, where, on calm days, the surrounding mountains are mirrored in the water. The route also takes you through the impressive Homer Tunnel, a 1.2km passage through solid rock.

Cruise

Upon arrival at Milford Sound, board a luxurious vessel for a 2-hour cruise of the sound that Rudyard Kipling once hailed as the eighth wonder of the world. The cruise offers both indoor and outdoor viewing experiences, ensuring you don't miss the majestic sights, including the iconic Mitre Peak. Witness glacier-scarred rock walls, towering waterfalls, and diverse marine life, including seals, penguins, and dolphins.

Return to Te Anau

After your cruise, relax as you are transported back to Te Anau in a comfortable coach.

What to bring

Bring your walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain jacket, hat, insect repellant, non-slip shoes, and power bank.

Wear warm layered clothing and comfortable footwear to stay warm during the trip.

Bring cash or an EFTPOS/credit card onboard for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.

Additional information

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

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.