GalleryMilford Sound Nature Cruise & Milford Track Walk Highlights
- Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us
- Cruise through the world-famous Milford Sound and take in breathtaking views of waterfalls, cliffs, and wildlife
- Enjoy a guided walk along the iconic Milford Track, one of New Zealand’s most spectacular walking trails
- Benefit from seamless transport options, including a scenic coach journey through Fiordland National Park
- Discover awe-inspiring natural beauty with expert commentary on both the cruise and the guided walk
What's Excluded
- Meals and beverages
- Additional activities or extensions to the itinerary
- Travel insurance
What to Expect
Experience the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand’s wilderness with the Milford Sound Cruise & Milford Track Walk. In partnership with Fiordland Outdoors, this adventure offers a combination of an iconic Milford Track Day Walk and a Milford Sound Nature...
Frequently Asked Questions
Due to the changeable nature of the weather, it’s a good idea to bring a waterproof jacket, warm clothing and to wear comfortable shoes. We also have ponchos available for purchase so you can enjoy a glacial facial under Stirling Falls.
Yes, Discover Milford Sound Information Centre & Cafe is the perfect place to grab a coffee or a hot snack before or after your cruise. It's located beside the main carpark and is a short 15-minute walk to the Visitor Terminal.
Yes, there is paid car parking at the Milford Sound public car park. We advise getting there early as the car park does fill quickly in summer months.
Yes, there are sandflies. To avoid being bitten, bring mosquito spray with you and wear long-sleeve clothing and trousers. Mosquito spray is available for purchase from the Cafe & Information Centre.
Milford Sound is one of the wettest places in the world, with an impressive annual rainfall of around 7 metres.
During peak rains, up to 250 millimeters can fall within 24 hours, creating countless temporary waterfalls that spill dramatically down the cliffs, some reaching heights of up to a thousand meters, along with many permanent waterfalls. This abundance of rain is what makes the waterfalls and lush rainforest here so spectacular.
Temperatures vary by season, with summer (Dec – Feb) averaging highs of 19°C (66°F) and winter (Jun – Aug) averaging around 9°C (48°F).
Our vessels offer spacious indoor areas with comfortable seating, allowing you to enjoy the scenery in any weather.
The nature cruise leaves from and returns to the wharf at the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal.
Southern Discoveries tour desk is located inside the Visitor Terminal. Once inside turn right and you will see the Southern Discoveries front desk.
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Policies
- Track transport departs Deepwater Basin, Milford Sound at 8.30am or 1pm depending on your chosen option
- Your Nature Cruise departs Milford Sound Visitor Terminal at 9.30am or 2.45pm
- The Milford Track walk is 11km and does not include the complete Milford Track
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- The tour operator has a 24-hour cancellation and amendment policy, as long as you notify them, more than 24 hours before departure they can amend your booking to another day or cancel for a refund.
A Refundable Booking is available at checkout. This will provide 100% refund for one of the many reasons included via our terms - including adverse weather, sickness or delays with transport.
All customer cancellation & refund requests are also subject to our website’s own refund conditions.