Day Trips

From Te Anau: Milford Cruise & Return Transfers

Name: From Te Anau: Milford Cruise & Return Transfers
Start: 2024-11-23T10:00:00
End: 2024-11-23T18:00:00
Location: Te Anau

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

Milford Sound cruise boat on water with surrounding mountains, Te Anau to Milford return transfers.

Eglinton Valley view on the way from Te Anau to Milford Sound during a scenic cruise tour.

Milford Sound cruise boat on water with surrounding mountains, Te Anau to Milford tour.

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.

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

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

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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Robert

4/5

Nov, 2024

The booking online was efficient. The information emailed beforehand was helpful in backing up the reservation process. The experience itself on Milford sound speaks for itself as I'm sure ma y thousands of people will confirm. Our coach driver was very informative One negative was that the coach arrived 30 minutes later than we were advised.

Franciscus

5/5

Oct, 2024

The explanation of the busdriver during the coach drive and the help and explanation of him also on the boat. Sooo helpfull.

Pierre

5/5

Oct, 2024

The bus was new and clean. It's so easy and convenient to just have a seat and relax while looking at the scenery. It's a good idea to stop several times so we can take pictures and get some fresh air. The cruise was amazing. Big thank to our bus driver Simon ! He gave us a lot of information about the area of Te Anau and Milford Sound. He is cheerful and also passionate about this region. Thanks for the safe drive, the jokes, the stories, and the great mood. Legend !

Chantal

5/5

Mar, 2024

Excellent Driver with lots of knowledge and explanations of surroundings, plants and animals and stopping for views and photos!👌👏👏👏 Very confortable Coach!👍👍 Excellent Cruise on Milford Sounds with à very good lunch and nice choice of local wine!😋🥂 Wonderful Day!👌👌

Lee

3/5

Mar, 2024

There were some work roads that made the whole trip delayed by an hour. Not the driver's fault. Ended up, the one house delay was not compensated to us in other forms. It was like, no one was responsible for that. Overall, the bus driver was good, multi skilled and hillarious.

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Your experience

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.

Know before you go

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.

My tickets

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.