Milford Sound Small Group Day Tour with Cruise from Queenstown (No Lunch)
About this experience
Journey from Queenstown to one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural wonders on this small group tour to Milford Sound. You'll travel through the dramatic landscapes of the famous Milford Road in a premium Mercedes Sprinter van, making scenic stops at Te Anau Downs, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Monkey Creek, and the Chasm along the way.
Once you reach the fjord, you'll board a small boat for a 1 hour 45 minute nature cruise that takes you close enough to the cascading waterfalls to feel the spray. Keep your camera ready for New Zealand fur seals and dolphins that frequently appear in these pristine waters. With a maximum of 16 passengers, this intimate tour ensures you'll experience the raw beauty of Milford Sound without the crowds, returning to Queenstown in the evening after a full day of South Island scenery.
What to expect
Your day begins with hotel pickup in Queenstown at 7:30am, then you'll travel through some of New Zealand's most dramatic scenery along the famous Milford Road. The journey includes multiple photo stops at iconic locations like Mirror Lakes, Monkey Creek, and the Chasm, allowing you to stretch your legs and capture the stunning alpine landscapes from the comfort of your premium Mercedes vehicle.
Upon reaching Milford Sound, you'll board a small boat for the highlight 1 hour 45 minute nature cruise through the fjord. You'll cruise beneath towering waterfalls and alongside rainforest-clad cliffs while watching for wildlife including fur seals and dolphins. After the cruise, you'll return to Queenstown via the same scenic route, arriving back at your hotel around 7:30pm.
Highlights
- Small group experience with maximum 16 passengers
- 1 hour 45 minute nature cruise through Milford Sound fjord
- Premium Mercedes Sprinter transport with glass roof option
- Multiple scenic stops including Mirror Lakes and the Chasm
- Close encounters with waterfalls, fur seals and dolphins
- Full day tour departing 7:30am, returning around 7:30pm
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Queenstown included
Things to note
- Bring warm clothing as temperatures can be cool even in summer
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for scenic stops along the route
- Pack sunscreen, hat and sunglasses for outdoor portions
- Tour operates daily year-round in all weather conditions
- Glass roof vehicle available on 6:30am departure only
- This is a full 12-hour day with early morning pickup
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April 2026
Passengers
$153.76 each
$53.24 each
$27.78 each
About this ticket
No trip to the South Island of New Zealand would be complete without paying a visit to the breathtaking fjords. Book this Milford Sound day tour from Queenstown to enjoy return transfers and a two-hour nature cruise to see cascading waterfalls, abundant marine life and rainforest clad cliffs collide. The iconic Milford Sound is likely among the first images that pops into your head when you think of New Zealand and this Milford Sound day tour will whisk you away from Queenstown to experience the incredible spectacle all in one day. Once you arrive at the fjord, you’ll join a two-hour nature cruise getting you so close to the waterfalls you may even get a little bit wet. Keep an eye out for the New Zealand Fur Seals and Dolphins that are often spotted throughout the nature cruise. Return transfers back to Queenstown will deliver you back to your hotel just in time for dinner. Inclusions * Full day tour from 7.30am * 2 hour breathtaking boat cruise * Complimentary Queenstown hotel pickups * Complimentary bottled water & wifi Exclusions * Lunch Options * Packed picnic lunch (optional $27 extra) Time * Departs daily at 7:30am from Queenstown Duration * 12 hours What To Bring * Suitable clothing (warm clothing for the winter months) * Comfortable walking shoes * Sunscreen * Hat * Sunglasses Booking Information * Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking * Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience * For your information, full details of the Tour Operator including contact phone number will be printed on your tour voucher * Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
No trip to the South Island of New Zealand would be complete without paying a visit to the breathtaking fjords.
Choose your date
April 2026
Passengers
$153.76 each
$53.24 each
$27.78 each