Boat Day Trips Milford Sound

Travel back in time as you sail the full length of the fiord and back past ancient rainforest, cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs and a selection of Fiordland's local wildlife. Spot New Zealand fur seals lounging on rocks, keep an eye out for curious dolphins who came to surf the wake of the boat from time time and if you're steeped in Fiordland fortune, you may catch a glimpse of the elusive Fiordland Crested Penguin.


Choose to soak up the scenery from the open top sun deck with uniterrupted 360 views of the fiord, grab a beer or wine from the onboard F&B outlets, visit the skipper in the open wheelhouse or make the most of feeling the spray of fresh glacial melt as the boat noses close to Stirling Falls.
The jovial crew will be on hand to share their wealth of local knowledge, take those all important Insta-worthy shots, and ensure the best atmosphere in the fiord. We guarantee it will be a Milford cruise to remember!


Sailing numbers are capped to ensure you cruise in uncrowded comfort.
Free tea and coffee is available throughout the cruise, and additional hot and cold refreshments can be purchased from the licenced Café / Bar.
Cruise departs from Milford Sound wharf, with check in required at the Pure Milford desk in the terminal 30 minutes prior.
Please allow at least 2 hours driving time from Te Anau, and 4.5 - 5 hours from Queenstown.

Travel back in time as you sail the full length of the fiord and back past ancient rainforest, cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs and a selection of Fiordland's local wildlife. Spot New Zealand fur seals lounging on rocks, keep an eye out for curious dolphins who came to surf the wake of the boat from time time and if you're steeped in Fiordland fortune, you may catch a glimpse of the elusive Fiordland Crested Penguin.
Choose to soak up the scenery from the open top sun deck with uniterrupted 360 views of the fiord, grab a beer or wine from the onboard F&B outlets, visit the skipper in the open wheelhouse or make the most of feeling the spray of fresh glacial melt as the boat noses close to Stirling Falls.
The jovial crew will be on hand to share their wealth of local knowledge, take those all important Insta-worthy shots, and ensure the best atmosphere in the fiord. We guarantee it will be a Milford cruise to remember!
Sailing numbers are capped to ensure you cruise in uncrowded comfort.
Free tea and coffee is available throughout the cruise, and additional hot and cold refreshments can be purchased from the licenced Café / Bar.
Cruise departs from Milford Sound wharf, with check in required at the Pure Milford desk in the terminal 30 minutes prior.
Please allow at least 2 hours driving time from Te Anau, and 4.5 - 5 hours from Queenstown.

Travel back in time as you sail the full length of the fiord and back past ancient rainforest, cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs and a selection of Fiordland's local wildlife. Spot New Zealand fur seals lounging on rocks, keep an eye out for curious dolphins who came to surf the wake of the boat from time time and if you're steeped in Fiordland fortune, you may catch a glimpse of the elusive Fiordland Crested Penguin.
Choose to soak up the scenery from the open top sun deck with uniterrupted 360 views of the fiord, grab a beer or wine from the onboard F&B outlets, visit the skipper in the open wheelhouse or make the most of feeling the spray of fresh glacial melt as the boat noses close to Stirling Falls.

The jovial crew will be on hand to share their wealth of local knowledge, take those all important Insta-worthy shots, and ensure the best atmosphere in the fiord. We guarantee it will be a Milford cruise to remember!
Sailing numbers are capped to ensure you cruise in uncrowded comfort.
Free tea and coffee is available throughout the cruise, and additional hot and cold refreshments can be purchased from the licenced Café / Bar.
Cruise departs from Milford Sound wharf, with check in required at the Pure Milford desk in the terminal 30 minutes prior.
Please allow at least 2 hours driving time from Te Anau, and 4.5 - 5 hours from Queenstown.

Pure Milford's famously friendly skipper and crew await you aboard a modern and spacious catamaran for a fun, friendly and informative cruise.


Climb aboard a comfortable catamaran and marvel at the magic of the fiord through large windows, spacious viewing decks and sheltered viewing platforms.
Travel back in time as you sail the full length of the fiord and back past ancient rainforest, cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs and a selection of Fiordland's local wildlife. Spot New Zealand fur seals lounging on rocks, keep an eye out for curious dolphins who came to surf the wake of the boat from time time and if you're steeped in Fiordland fortune, you may catch a glimpse of the elusive Fiordland Crested Penguin.
Choose to soak up the scenery from the open top sun deck, lounge in the comfortable booth seating with a beer form the bar, visit the skipper in the open wheelhouse or join the crew for a spray from glacial melt on the foredeck as the boat noses close to Stirling Falls.
The jovial crew will be on hand to share their wealth of local knowledge, take those all important Insta-worthy shots, and ensure the best atmosphere in the fiord. We guarantee it will be a Milford cruise to remember!
Sailing numbers are capped to ensure you cruise in uncrowded comfort.
Free tea and coffee is available throughout the cruise, and additional hot and cold refreshments can be purchased from the licenced Café / Bar.
Cruise departs from Milford Sound wharf, with check in required at the Pure Milford desk in the terminal 30 minutes prior.
Please allow at least 2.5 hours driving time from Te Anau, and 4.5 - 5 hours from Queenstown

Choose this relaxed and unhurried coach and catamaran combo and experience the best that Fiordland has to offer.
Board a modern coach settle into a comfortable seat, and prepared to be wowed by the mesmerising scenery of this World Heritage Site.
As the coach travels deep into the heart of the rugged National Park, listen to experienced driver guides as they share their wealth of knowledge and the secrets of their backyard through informative commentary and anecdotal storytelling. Plenty of stops are made for photos and short nature walks as you pass through the 45th parallel, ancient rainforest, and glacier carved valleys in this wild landscape.
On arrival at the main event, Milford Sound, you are dropped right at the door before boarding a comfortable catamaran for the scenic cruise of a lifetime.
Sail the full length of the fiord to the Tasman sea and back past hanging rainforest, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and an assortment of Fiordland's unique and wonderful wildlife. View fur seals lounging on rocks, spot dolphins surfing the wake of the boat, and if you're truly lucky, you may catch a glimpse of Fiordland's elusive and diminutive crested penguin.
The famously friendly skipper and crew are what sets this cruise above the rest, ensuring the best atmosphere in the fiord. You'll find them taking those all important photos, spotting wildlife with the skipper in the open wheelhouse, sharing their endless local insight, and most importantly, dancing in the spray of Stirling Falls as the boat noses close to Milford's tallest waterfall for a refreshing finale.
Lunch is included and served on board the cruise, as well as complimentary tea and coffee throughout. There is a licenced Cafe Bar serving an assortment of hot and cold refreshments should a snack top up be required.
Once the cruise returns to the wharf, you'll be whisked back to the coach for the trip back to base. The full day trip is 8 hours return from Te Anau.

Choose this relaxed and unhurried coach and catamaran combo and experience the best that Fiordland has to offer.
Board a modern coach settle into a comfortable seat, and prepared to be wowed by the mesmerising scenery of this World Heritage Site.
As the coach travels deep into the heart of the rugged National Park, listen to experienced driver guides as they share their wealth of knowledge and the secrets of their backyard through informative commentary and anecdotal storytelling. Plenty of stops are made for photos and short nature walks as you pass through the 45th parallel, ancient rainforest, and glacier carved valleys in this wild landscape.
On arrival at the main event, Milford Sound, you are dropped right at the door before boarding a comfortable catamaran for the scenic cruise of a lifetime.
Sail the full length of the fiord to the Tasman sea and back past hanging rainforest, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and an assortment of Fiordland's unique and wonderful wildlife. View fur seals lounging on rocks, spot dolphins surfing the wake of the boat, and if you're truly lucky, you may catch a glimpse of Fiordland's elusive and diminutive crested penguin.
The famously friendly skipper and crew are what sets this cruise above the rest, ensuring the best atmosphere in the fiord. You'll find them taking those all important photos, spotting wildlife with the skipper in the open wheelhouse, sharing their endless local insight, and most importantly, dancing in the spray of Stirling Falls as the boat noses close to Milford's tallest waterfall for a refreshing finale.
Lunch is included and served on board the cruise, as well as complimentary tea and coffee throughout. There is a licenced Cafe Bar serving an assortment of hot and cold refreshments should a snack top up be required.
Once the cruise returns to the wharf, you'll be whisked back to the coach for the trip back to base. The full day trip is 8 hours return from Te Anau.

Choose this relaxed and unhurried coach and catamaran combo and experience the best that Fiordland has to offer.
Board a modern coach settle into a comfortable seat, and prepared to be wowed by the mesmerising scenery of this World Heritage Site.
As the coach travels deep into the heart of the rugged National Park, listen to experienced driver guides as they share their wealth of knowledge and the secrets of their backyard through informative commentary and anecdotal storytelling. Plenty of stops are made for photos and short nature walks as you pass through the 45th parallel, ancient rainforest, and glacier carved valleys in this wild landscape.
On arrival at the main event, Milford Sound, you are dropped right at the door before boarding a comfortable catamaran for the scenic cruise of a lifetime.
Sail the full length of the fiord to the Tasman sea and back past hanging rainforest, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and an assortment of Fiordland's unique and wonderful wildlife. View fur seals lounging on rocks, spot dolphins surfing the wake of the boat, and if you're truly lucky, you may catch a glimpse of Fiordland's elusive and diminutive crested penguin.
The famously friendly skipper and crew are what sets this cruise above the rest, ensuring the best atmosphere in the fiord. You'll find them taking those all important photos, spotting wildlife with the skipper in the open wheelhouse, sharing their endless local insight, and most importantly, dancing in the spray of Stirling Falls as the boat noses close to Milford's tallest waterfall for a refreshing finale.
Lunch is included and served on board the cruise, as well as complimentary tea and coffee throughout. There is a licenced Cafe Bar serving an assortment of hot and cold refreshments should a snack top up be required.
Once the cruise returns to the wharf, you'll be whisked back to the coach for the trip back to base. The full day trip is 8 hours return from Te Anau.

Choose this relaxed and unhurried coach and catamaran combo and experience the best that Fiordland has to offer.
Enjoy a later departure time after the crowds have rushed ahead, allowing for a leisurely tour and uncrowded cruise.
Begin your journey in Queenstown, settle into a comfortable seat, and prepared to be wowed by the mesmerising scenery of this World Heritage Site.
As the coach travels deep into the heart of the rugged National Park, listen to experienced driver guides as they share their wealth of knowledge and the secrets of their backyard through informative commentary and anecdotal storytelling. Plenty of stops are made for photos and short nature walks as you pass through the 45th parallel, ancient rainforest, and glacier carved valleys in this wild landscape.
On arrival at the main event, Milford Sound, you are dropped right at the door before boarding a comfortable and modern catamaran for the scenic cruise of a lifetime.
Sail the full length of the fiord to the Tasman sea and back past hanging rainforest, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and an assortment of Fiordland's unique and wonderful wildlife. View fur seals lounging on rocks, spot dolphins surfing the wake of the boat, and if you're truly lucky, you may catch a glimpse of Fiordland's elusive and diminutive crested penguin.
The famously friendly skipper and crew are what sets this cruise above the rest, ensuring the best atmosphere in the fiord. You'll find them taking those all important photos, spotting wildlife with the skipper in the open wheelhouse, sharing their endless local insight, and most importantly, dancing in the spray if Stirling Falls as the boat noses close to Milford's tallest waterfall for a refreshing finale.
Lunch is included and served on board the cruise, as well as complimentary tea and coffee throughout. There is a licenced Cafe Bar serving an assortment of hot and cold refreshments should a snack top up be required.
Once the cruise returns to the wharf, you'll be whisked back to the coach for the trip back to base. There are no scenic stops on the return journey, but a stop will be made in Te Anau, before completing the final leg to Queenstown.
The full day trip is 12 hours from Queenstown.

Choose this relaxed and unhurried coach and catamaran combo and experience the best that Fiordland has to offer. This is the first coach to depart Queenstown, ensuring you beat the rush and enjoy an uncrowded cruise.


Begin your journey in Queenstown, settle into a comfortable seat, and prepared to be wowed by the mesmerising scenery of this World Heritage Site.
As the coach travels deep into the heart of the rugged National Park, listen to experienced driver guides as they share their wealth of knowledge and the secrets of their backyard through informative commentary and anecdotal storytelling. Plenty of stops are made for photos and short nature walks as you pass through the 45th parallel, ancient rainforest, and glacier carved valleys in this wild landscape.
On arrival at the main event, Milford Sound, you are dropped right at the door before boarding a comfortable and modern catamaran for the scenic cruise of a lifetime.
Sail the full length of the fiord to the Tasman sea and back past hanging rainforest, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and an assortment of Fiordland's unique and wonderful wildlife. View fur seals lounging on rocks, spot dolphins surfing the wake of the boat, and if you're truly lucky, you may catch a glimpse of Fiordland's elusive and diminutive crested penguin.
The famously friendly skipper and crew are what sets this cruise above the rest, ensuring the best atmosphere in the fiord. You'll find them taking those all important photos, spotting wildlife with the skipper in the open wheelhouse, sharing their endless local insight, and most importantly, dancing in the spray if Stirling Falls as the boat noses close to Milford's tallest waterfall for a refreshing finale.
Lunch is included and served on board the cruise, as well as complimentary tea and coffee throughout. There is a licenced Cafe Bar serving an assortment of hot and cold refreshments should a snack top up be required.
Once the cruise returns to the wharf, you'll be whisked back to the coach for the trip back to base. There are no scenic stops on the return journey, but a stop will be made in Te Anau, before completing the final leg to Queenstown.
The full day trip is 12 hours from Queenstown.

Choose this relaxed and unhurried coach and catamaran combo and experience the best that Fiordland has to offer.
Begin your journey in Queenstown, settle into a comfortable seat, and prepared to be wowed by the mesmerising scenery of this World Heritage Site.
As the coach travels deep into the heart of the rugged National Park, listen to experienced driver guides as they share their wealth of knowledge and the secrets of their backyard through informative commentary and anecdotal storytelling. Plenty of stops are made for photos and short nature walks as you pass through the 45th parallel, ancient rainforest, and glacier carved valleys in this wild landscape.
On arrival at the main event, Milford Sound, you are dropped right at the door before boarding a comfortable and modern catamaran for the scenic cruise of a lifetime.
Sail the full length of the fiord to the Tasman sea and back past hanging rainforest, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and an assortment of Fiordland's unique and wonderful wildlife. View fur seals lounging on rocks, spot dolphins surfing the wake of the boat, and if you're truly lucky, you may catch a glimpse of Fiordland's elusive and diminutive crested penguin.
The famously friendly skipper and crew are what sets this cruise above the rest, ensuring the best atmosphere in the fiord. You'll find them taking those all important photos, spotting wildlife with the skipper in the open wheelhouse, sharing their endless local insight, and most importantly, dancing in the spray if Stirling Falls as the boat noses close to Milford's tallest waterfall for a refreshing finale.
Lunch is included and served on board the cruise, as well as complimentary tea and coffee throughout. There is a licenced Cafe Bar serving an assortment of hot and cold refreshments should a snack top up be required.
Once the cruise returns to the wharf, you'll be whisked back to the coach for the trip back to base. There are no scenic stops on the return journey, but a stop will be made in Te Anau, before completing the final leg to Queenstown.
The full day trip is 12 hours from Queenstown.