
Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Southern Discoveries
About This Experience
Discover Milford Sound with the experts. For over 70 years, we've shared our passion for the natural wonders of Milford Sound. Our premium catamarans are purpose-built for uncrowded comfort and unbeatable views. More space means better memories. Enjoy ample room to roam, inside and out. Get closer to the spray of waterfalls and snap epic photos of Mitre Peak or Stirling Falls from outdoor viewing decks, or relax in the cosy interior cabins. Immerse yourself in nature, not a crowd. We ensure a premium experience for all. Complimentary tea and coffee plus options to pre-order a picnic lunch or choose the To Kai buffet on selected departures. Cruise with the original Milford Sound experts and discover the wonders of this unique fiord—all without feeling rushed.
What's Included
- ✓Multi-lingual app for commentary available: App Store and Google Play search Southern Discoveries
- ✓FREE Tea and coffee
- ✓Live commentary on board from our passionate skipper
- ✓Picnic lunch (if option selected)
- ✓Nature Cruise of up to 2 hours
What's Not Included
- ✗Food and drinks, unless specified
- ✗Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✗Alcoholic Beverages
- ✗On arrival at Milford Sound you can park at the Milford Sound carpark at a fee of $10 per hour.
Practical Details
Duration
1h 45m
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Good to Know
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Service animals allowed
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Please advise of your country of origin at the time of booking
- •Car Parking: On arrival at Milford Sound you can park at the Milford Sound carpark. Please allow 10 minutes to walk from the main carpark to the Milford Wharf Visitor Centre. Alternatively, you can park free of charge at Deepwater Basin Carpark and walk over to Freshwater Basin to the Cruise Terminal. This walk is approximately 30 minutes in duration, so additional time will need to be allocated in order to do this comfortably and arrive at the terminal 15 minutes prior to your cruise for check-in.
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