Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

5.0
(518 reviews)

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from Milford Sound through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty. Encounter real mountain flying and marvel at the most remarkable snow-capped mountains and glaciers onboard our fixed-wing aircraft. Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot providing interesting and informative commentary. Flying across the Southern Alps, out to the West Coast and the Tasman Sea before flying through the Fiord itself to land in Milford Sound.
Once in Milford, your pilot will accompany you to the boat terminal. Discover the natural wonders of Milford Sound aboard your cruise vessel with open-air viewing decks, a perfect location for some wildlife spotting. The Fiord is home to fur seal colonies, penguins, and dolphins, who love playing in the wake of the boat. You will cruise the length of the Fiord out to the Tasman Sea with a pass under Sterling Falls on the return.

What's Included

Complimentary Tea and Coffee provided during your cruise
Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot will provide interesting and informative commentary
Child/booster seats available on request, baby earmuffs also provided
Departures from Queenstown Airport
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch (available to purchase)
Closest parking to our check-in and costs a maximum of $20 for the day

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Check-in time is 30 minutes prior to departure at our desk inside the main building. Queenstown Airport Terminal Parking A is the closest parking to our check-in. For the closest free on-street parking please head to Douglas Street or McBride Street.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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    Milford Sound

    Once in Milford Sound, your pilot will accompany you from the airport to the boat terminal. Everything is organised for you, you don't have to worry about a thing! Step on board your cruise lasting at least 1hr 45mins, you will travel the length of the Fiord and out to the Tasman Sea. Stopping at waterfalls and points of interest along the way, if you're lucky you'll also get to experience the local wildlife - the dolphins love playing in the wake of the boat!

    1 hour 45 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people are required to confirm a flight
Supplied by Glenorchy Air Services and Tourist Co. Ltd

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Day Cruises
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Air Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Nature Walks
Sightseeing Cruises
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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