Our tour guide made the trip what it was. Would absolutely book this tour again!
Often regarded as the eighth wonder of the world, Milford Sound is one of the must-do New Zealand experiences and what better way to do it than in luxury and style with van transfers and a fixed-wing flight back to Queenstown
Start the tour off with a hotel pick up from your Queenstown accommodation in one of the luxury vehicles. Travel in unparalleled style and comfort in a luxury Mercedes van fully equipped with WiFi and large panoramic windows on board so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning scenery.
One of the highlights of the tour is a breathtaking 2 hr boat cruise through Milford Sound. It's a true natural wonder and a location that has a rich history dating back over 1000 years to when Maori first set foot there, and then more recently rediscovered by Captain Cook in 1823. The journey into Milford Sound is full of pristine rainforest, open valleys, native New Zealand birdlife, waterfalls, seals, dolphins and on occasions whales and Blue Penguins.
Throughout the day, you'll also enjoy lots of fun and informative commentary from your local guide, and plenty of off the beaten track visits away from the crowds. Upgrade your experience with an optional picnic lunch (extra cost $20).
Finish your day to Milford Sound with an unforgettable scenic flight back to Queenstown. Flights are by fixed-wing aircraft and take approximately 40 mins. The scenic flight is a truly awe-inspiring way to complete your trip to Milford Sound, and also provides a view of the Sound and its surroundings that you couldn't possibly see any other way!
Upon arrival back to Queenstown, a complimentary hotel drop off service is provided. We guarantee this is a trip you will never forget!
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Our tour guide made the trip what it was. Would absolutely book this tour again!
Guide was nothing less than amazing. He was extremely timely, engaging, and added a lot of value to an amazing itinerary.
Great tour guide. Informative and fun. Super worth it.
The guide was excellent and not boring.
This tour was fantastic as the guide has a great knowledge of all things
The friendliness and knowledge of our tour guide was amazing.
The guide, was very friendly and most helpful with everyone!
Our tour guide was amazing and knew all the history . It was such an amazing journey with him.
Amazing time spent on this amazing trip.
Loved every minute of it! Truly was unforgettable
We recommend that you come prepared for almost any weather. Even in Summer, the weather can change quickly and get cold, wet, or windy! Come prepared with an extra warm layer and raincoat if you have one. We also recommend you bring sun lotion, insect repellent, and comfortable footwear. If you do not purchase the picnic lunch, you are welcome to bring your own food along with you or purchase some during our stops in Te Anau.
Please be prepared for a long day. Milford Sound is remote and only accessible by one road. This tour is around 9 hours and a great portion of that is spent on the road. What can be said for certain is that this will be one of the most scenic and unforgettable journeys you will ever experience. With pristine lakes, towering mountains, and unbelievable valleys around each corner, this is a day to remember!
The return scenic flight takes 40 minutes to get to Queenstown.
Kids are more than welcome on all our tours! We have child rates available for all our tours for ages 2-12, and infants under 2 years old travel for free.
While our tours are all suitable for kids, there is a significant amount of driving time on the Milford Sound trip (+9 hours) which may not be suitable for very young children. We welcome kids on tour but believe as a parent you know what is best for your child.
We do not provide car seats for infants or young children but we do highly recommend bringing one for your child. If you do not have a car seat, please contact us 48 hours before your tour and we can arrange to hire one for you for an additional fee
We’re able to cater for most dietary requirements on all tours that provide food – just let us know in advance and we can sort that for you!