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About this New Zealand tour

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience is a tour or activity in New Zealand, about 1 h 45 min long. It costs about CAD $152 per person, with 2 options at different prices. TripRadr is a neutral Canadian vacation comparison site; you book this activity on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.

Rated one of the Top 10 Experiences in New Zealand.

Join our boutique small boat cruise and experience Milford Sound the "local" way. We limit passenger numbers on all cruises to half of the boats capacity (capacity 150 passengers) to guarantee an uncrowded and much more personal experience.

Let us show you our backyard on this once in a lifetime experience.

Relax with complimentary coffee, tea and biscuits and enjoy the skipper’s live commentary while marvelling at the breath-taking scenery. The smaller size of the vessel enables us to get you up close and personal with the local wildlife like New Zealand Fur Seals, dolphins and the very rare Fiordland Crested Penguin (spring/early summer). A “Glacial Facial” under the Sterling Falls is an experience not to be missed.

Options and prices

Prices are per person in CAD. They are approximate, converted from Viator's price, and the final price is shown on Viator. You choose your option on Viator.

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Award-winning customer service: Received TripAdvisor Best of the Best award for New Zealand experience in 2019 & 2020 Duration: 2 hours: all cruises have a duration of 1hr 45min free coffee, tea and biscuits Full length of Milford Sound: We cruise down the southern side of the fiord, turn around in the Tasman Sea and travel back on the northern side Boat: Our two boats hold 150 passengers- all cruises are limited to 75 to guarantee an uncrowded experience uncrowded experience: Join our uncrowded boutique small boat cruise on Milford Sound. We limit passenger numbers to 1/2 of our capacity

Adult (15+)

$152

Child (5 to 14)

$72

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Day Trip from Queenstown

Duration: 12 hours Packed Lunch Box included

Adult (15+)

$329

Child (5 to 14)

$241

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Meeting point and end point

Starts and ends here

Cruise Departure Point: Cruise Milford NZ counter(second counter on the left) Address: Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, Milford Sound, Fiordland Paid Car park-10 minute walk/free car park-40 minute walk to the Milford Sound Terminal Dates: Every day of the year (excluding Christmas Day: 25 December)

Check the meeting time and place on Viator when you book. They can differ by option and date.

What you will do on this tour

The best thing about Milford Sound Cruises is that the weather doesn’t matter! On a sunny day, it is beautiful and on a wet day it is spectacular! Fiordland has some of the worlds highest waterfalls and they are a popular feature of Milford Sound. In all weather, you will see water cascading down massive cliffs into the sea. Milford Sound is in the Fiordland National Park, which is part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage site which covers 26,000km² and encompassing four national parks. It is widely considered to be one of the World’s top travel destinations. At Cruise Milford we know that you will have a wonderful and truly memorable day out on your Milford Sound cruise. We love sharing the natural beauty of this special place to visitors and your captain will inform you about the Sound, it’s history and wildlife.

Mitre Peak is the most photographed mountain located in New Zealand

Uncrowded cruise with uninterrupted views of this UNESCO World Heritage area.

Explore beautiful Milford Sound up close and personal

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please feel free to bring your own food and drinks on-board the cruise.

Please note proof of age for children is required upon check-in at Milford Sound.

For any extra information regarding the drive, transport or the cruise please contact us via phone or email.

The main car park at Milford Sound costs $10 per hour. Payment can be made at payment stations on site. This Car park area is approximately a 10 minute walk to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal building.

A free car park is available on the corner of Milford Road and Deepwater basin, the walk from here to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal building will take approximately 40min.

Disability Parking can be found outside the main Milford Sound Visitor Terminal and is wheelchair accessible.

Office hours for bookings assistance: 8am to 8pm

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Full refund if you cancel 1 day or more before the start.

No refund if you cancel less than 1 day before the start.

The operator may cancel for bad weather, and you are offered another date or a refund.

Rules can differ by option and date. The policy shown on Viator when you book is the one that applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience cost?

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience costs about CAD $152 per person, and up to CAD $329 per adult for the dearest option. The price depends on the date, the option you choose and the number of travellers. Prices on TripRadr are in CAD and approximate, converted from Viator's price. The final price is shown on Viator before you book.

How long does Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience take?

It takes about 1 h 45 min. The exact start and finish times depend on the option and the date you choose. Viator shows the times when you pick a date.

What is included?

This activity includes Complimentary coffee, tea and biscuits on-board all sailings. Anything that is not listed is not included. The full list is on the Viator page.

What is not included?

Not included: No food sold on-board the cruise; Parking fee- $10 per hour (Payment can be made at the parking stations on site with card only).. Plan to pay separately for anything that is not listed as included. The full list is on the Viator page.

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Rules can differ by option and date. Read the policy on Viator before you book.

Where does Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience start and end?

Viator lists the meeting point as: Cruise Departure Point: Cruise Milford NZ counter(second counter on the left), Address: Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, Milford Sound, Fiordland, Paid Car park-10 minute walk/free car park-40 minute walk to the Milford Sound Terminal, Dates: Every day of the year (excluding Christmas Day: 25 December). The activity ends at the same place. The meeting time and place can differ by option and date. Check them on Viator before you book.

Can children join?

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience has child pricing for ages 5 to 14. Adult pricing applies from age 15. The operator sets the age bands and any age limits. Check them on Viator before you book.

How do I book Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience?

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Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience

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