Milford Sound VIP Nature Cruise Small Group ex Te Anau

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 10 more

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound with an exclusive small-group experience that includes transport and a nature cruise. Departing from Te Anau, travel in a customized glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter designed for just 12 guests, ensuring comfort and panoramic views.

Upon arrival, enjoy priority boarding for your Nature Cruise, featuring the Captain's VIP Lounge where you can savor stunning views of Stirling Falls and the surrounding cliffs. With all-inclusive food and beverages served onboard, you can relax and enjoy the company of NZ fur seals, and other wildlife throughout your journey.

- Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 guests for personalized experiences
- Travel in a luxury glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter with onboard amenities
- Priority boarding and access to the Captain's VIP Lounge during the cruise
- All-inclusive food and drinks served onboard, including beer and wine

What's Included

Multi-lingual app for commentary available: App Store and Google Play search Southern Discoveries
All-inclusive food and beverages served onboard (beer, wine and non-alcoholic)
USB & USB-C charging ports on board the Mercedes Sprinter
Return transport from Queenstown to Milford Sound on 12 seater glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter
Informative commentary provided by local driver
Access to the Captain’s VIP Lounge - a private onboard cabin and viewing deck
Dedicated host providing service throughout the cruise
Milford Sound Nature Cruise of up to 2 hours
Priority boarding onto the Milford Sound Nature Cruise
Freedom to move around the vessel and explore public decks
Alcohol will not be served on Christmas Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, East Monday or Anzac Day

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please make your way to the Te Anau i-SITE for check-in. Once checked in, the team will advise where to wait for your driver.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • Te Anau (Pass by)

    This is where you begin your journey

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Eglinton Valley

    One of the potential stops on the way to Milford. Eglinton Valley - a stunning glacial valley framed by mountains and golden tussock grasslands.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Lake Gunn (Pass by)

    Lake Gunn is a glacial lake sitting right on the Milford Road

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mirror Lakes Walk

    One of the potential stops on the way to Milford. A gentle walk beside a lake that can perfectly reflect the surrounding Earl Mountains when weather permits.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The Cleddau River was named by early European explorer John Grono after the river in his home country of Wales

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Monkey Creek

    One of the potential stops on the way to Milford. Monkey Creek is a glacier-fed spring with water so pure you can drink it straight from the source.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Homer Tunnel (Pass by)

    The Homer Tunnel took 19 years to build through solid rock, and before it opened in 1954, there was no road access to Milford Sound at all.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Milford Sound

    This is where you will join your Milford Sound Cruise.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • Mitre Peak (Pass by)

    Mitre Peak rises almost sheer from the water to 1,690 metres.

    Admission ticket free
  • Bowen Falls (Pass by)

    Bowen Falls is one of only two permanent waterfalls in Milford Sound and, at 162 metres.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Sinbad Gully is home to the Sinbad skink, one of the rarest lizards in the world.

    Admission ticket free
  • Stirling Falls (Pass by)

    Stirling Falls drops 151 metres directly into the fiord — three times the height of Niagara Falls.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The conclusion of the cruise.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Southern Discoveries

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Catamaran Cruises
Water Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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

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