Milford Sound Day Tour and Cruise from Queenstown
Overview
Experience stunning scenery on an unforgettable day trip to Milford Sound.
The pristine Milford Sound is part of the World Heritage Fiordland National Park, in the south west of the South Island, and is famed for its remote atmosphere and rugged beauty. It is New Zealand’s best known fiord and the only one that can be reached by road. Maori are believed to have discovered Milford Sound more than 1,000 years ago, returning seasonally to collect the prized pounamu (greenstone). In the early 1800s John Grono was the first European settler to land in the sound, which he named after Milford Haven in Wales.
Described by Rudyard Kipling as the 'eighth wonder of the world', Milford Sound was carved by glaciers during the ice ages. Milford Sound is breathtaking in any weather. Cliffs rise high into the air from the dark waters, mountain peaks scrape the sky and waterfalls cascade downwards, some as high as 1000 metres.
What's Included
- Lunch Picnic Lunch
- Glass Roof Coaches with Free-Wifi
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Free Hotel Transfers from selected properties
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Athol Street
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Lake Wakatipu (Pass By)
Mirror Lakes Walk
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Homer Tunnel
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Monkey Creek
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Milford Sound / Piopiotahi
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Milford Sound Day Tour and Cruise from Queenstown?
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Activity code: C-157701P1
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