Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery in the warmth and comfort of a luxury coach with glass rooftop as you travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound, then embark on a stunning wildlife cruise. Stop multiple times for breathtaking photo opportunities.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 12 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Starting location:
110 Beach Street
Bus / coach
(2.5 hours)
Te Anau
Break time (30 minutes)
Bus / coach
(45 minutes)
Milford Sound
Boat cruise (1.75 hours)
Bus / coach
(5 hours)
Arrive back at:
110 Beach Street
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Marvel at the wildlife and beautiful vistas aboard a boat on Milford Sound
- Cruise in ultimate comfort in one of the saloons or on the spacious deck
- Sit back and relax along the way on a custom-built coach with extra legroom
- Stop multiple times on the way to Milford Sound for breathtaking photo stops
- Purchase some tasty snacks to enjoy as you take in the breathtaking views
This coach trip includes a Milford Sound cruise aboard a comfortable, purpose-built cruise boat with optional lunch and refreshments. Enjoy multiple stops on your way to Milford Sound which makes the day even more amazing!
When you arrive in Te anau - your first stop of the day - enjoy a toilet break and time to grab something from the cafe. They have great coffee, muffins, and snacks.
Enjoy a stop at the mirror lakes, a beautiful 5-minute boardwalk through a rainforest, and other photo opportunities that make your journey to Milford Sound even more special.
On arrival at Milford Sound, you immediately proceed to the boat terminal, where your driver will give you your boat pass and direct you to your cruise boat. On boarding, make yourself comfortable in one of the saloons or catch the scenery from the decks.
Milford Sound is famous for its waterfalls, and if it's raining it's even more spectacular. The boats nudge right up to the base of the waterfalls, often challenging visitors to fill a glass of water from the cascading plumes.
This luxury tour already has reserved window seating for you - so no need to worry about getting a seat. On board feel free to buy yourself snacks and sandwiches from the cafe or treat yourself to a buffet lunch.
The boats are often escorted by pods of dolphins, while seals bask on the rocks. Take in the stunning scenery while your skipper gets you as close as possible to the wildlife for some fantastic photos.
The cruise will take you out to the point where the fiord meets the open sea, and it is here at Anita Bay that the Maori collected their sacred Pounamu or Greenstone – prized for making tools, jewelry, and ornaments, and still a highly-valued stone today.
- Air-conditioned coach with reclining seats, ample legroom, PA/sound system, and safety features
- Cruise vessel with tables, viewing areas, and liquor facilities
- Complimentary tea and coffee on board
- Milford Sound cruise
- Live tour commentary provided in English on the coach
- Multiple photo stops on the way to Milford Sound
- Snacks (available for purchase)
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Participants
Date
Please head inside the Southern Discoveries office to check in.
Open in Google Maps ⟶What to bring
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Food
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Know before you go
- Appropriate child restraints are not provided by the activity provider so please carry your own child seat. Without this, you may be turned away and unable to take the tour.