Mitre Peak Cruises & Tours

• Best for budget-conscious travelers and backpacking enthusiasts traveling through Milford Sound.
• Book this if you’re after a flexible Milford Sound experience that won't break the bank, with optional upgrades to customize your adventure.
• What’s unique: Upgrade your adventure to include a kayaking experience through Harrison Cove or a visit to the Underwater Observatory.
• Sights seen: Mitre Peak, Stirling Falls, Bowen Falls, Lion Rock, New Zealand fur seals on Seal Rock, and more!

Inclusions

• 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
• Complimentary tea or coffee onboard
• Live commentary
• Entry to Underwater Observatory (based on option selected)
• 90-minute guided kayaking experience (if option selected)
• Picnic lunch (if option selected)

Exclusions

• Other food and beverages (available for purchase onboard)

• Tip: head to the upper deck when approaching Stirling Falls – the captain often maneuvers the boat close enough for you to feel the spray.
• Wheelchairs and prams/strollers can be brought on board as long as they fold to fit through the entrance of the boat.
• The experience may be subject to change due to extreme weather conditions.
• The Underwater Observatory is closed until 31st October for scheduled maintenance.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Best for: families and short-stay visitors to New Zealand, this comprehensive day trip from Queenstown is your ticket to experiencing the best of Fiordland.
• Book this if you: want to combine a scenic drive, short walks, and a cruise all in one action-packed day, with hassle-free transfers.
• What's unique: Explore Milford Sound with curated stops at locations like Mirror Lakes, and Eglington Valley, with the chance to upgrade to a premium, small-group experience.
• Sights seen: Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Four Sisters, Mitre Peak, Bowen Falls, Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock, and more!

Inclusions

• Full-day tour of Milford Sound
• Round-trip transfers from Queenstown
• Stops with short walks
• 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
• English-speaking driver-guide
• Lunch
• Complimentary tea and coffee on-board
• Small-group experience (if option selected)

Exclusions

• Other food and beverages (available to purchase onboard)

• Tip: Head to the bow when near Stirling Falls on the boat to experience a refreshing spray from glacial meltwater!
• The experience may be subject to change due to extreme weather conditions.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Best for guests looking for a more intimate setting and nature and history enthusiasts looking to catch scenic views with animal encounters and culture.
• Book this if you want a cost-effective way to enjoy mountain views, history, culture, and up-close encounters with native animals.
• What's unique: See local wildlife at Lake Te Anau, Kea, the world’s largest alpine parrot at Darren Mountains and New Zealand fur seals basking on the rocks of Milford Sound.
• Sights seen: Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, Devils Staircase, Lake Te Anau, Eglington Valley, Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, Hollyford River & Falls Creek, Darran Mountains, Homer Tunnel, Milford Sound, Mitre Peak, Pop's View Lookout.

Inclusions

• Small group guided tour
• Tour guide
• Round-trip transfers
• Milford sound cruise
• Cruise entry
• Minibus
• Water & snacks

• Start from Queenstown.
• The following stops will be included on the way to and back from Milford Sound.

Minibus

• Queenstown
• Lake Wakatipu
• Devils Staircase
• Lake Te Anau
• Eglington Valley
• Mirror Lakes
• Lake Gunn
• Hollyford River & Falls Creek
• Darran Mountains
• Homer Tunnel

Cruise

These are the sights you can look out for during the cruise:

• Milford Sound
• Mitre Peak
• Pop's View Lookout
• Return to Queenstown

• Tip: Keep an eye out for white-headed woodpeckers and martens when you take a short stroll around Mirror Lakes.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Best for: families and visitors based in Te Anau, while the premium small-group experience would be perfect for solo travelers looking to mingle.
• Book this if you: want a hassle-free day trip that includes a cruise and round-trip transfers from Te Anau, with an immersive fiord trekking experience upgrade.
• What's unique: Enjoy short walks on the journey to and from Milford Sound, at spots like The Chasm, or upgrade to include a guided 5.5km trek of Milford Track.
• Sights seen: Darran Mountains, Lake Gunn, Hollyford River and Falls Creek, Mitre Peak, Eglington Valley, Mirror Lakes, Homer Tunnel, and more.

Inclusions

• Full-day tour to Milford Sound from Te Anau
• 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
• English-speaking driver/guide
• Round-trip transfers with stops for short walks
• Lunch (if option selected)
• Complimentary tea & coffee on-board
• Small group experience (if option selected)
• Guided walk along the Milford Track (if option selected)
• Water taxi to Sandfly Point (if option selected)
• Tea break at Giant Gate Waterfall (if option selected)

• Pick up from Te Anau
• Scenic drive to Milford Sound by air-conditioned coach
• Photo ops stop at Te Anau Downs, Eglinton Valley & more
• Short walks or extended guided walks around Lake Mistletoe, Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn & more
• Milford Sound cruise
• Drop-off at Te Anau

• Tip: Pack motion sickness tablets for the winding Milford Road. Even if you don't usually get car sick, the serpentine route can catch you off guard.
• The experience may be subject to change due to extreme weather conditions.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Best for marine life enthusiasts and families with kids who want to see what lies beneath the dark waters of the fiord.
• Book this if you want the full spectrum of Milford's ecosystem – it's like being in a real-life nature documentary, and a round-trip transfer add-on for convenience.
• What's unique: You'll descend 10 meters below the surface to observe rare black coral and a variety of fish species in their natural habitat at the underwater observatory.
• Sights seen: Mitre Peak, rare Fiordland Crested Penguin, black coral, Dale Point, Seal Rock, Hanging Garden, Four Sisters, and more.

Inclusions

• Full-day tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown or Te Anau (based on option selected)
• Round-trip transfers from Queenstown or Te Anau (based on option selected)
• 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
• 1-hour access to Underwater Observatory
• English-speaking guide
• Complimentary tea and coffee onboard
• Picnic lunch (check menu here) (if option selected)

• Tip: Remember to pack waterproof outerwear. Rain is common in Milford Sound and, it enhances the beauty of the area by creating temporary waterfalls.
• While there is wildlife in Milford Sound, sightings can't be guaranteed as these are wild animals in their natural habitat.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Ramp is available on the vessel for easy access.
• The Underwater Observatory is closed until 31st October for scheduled maintenance.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Best for time-conscious travelers seeking a premium experience to visit Milford Sound in less than a day, with convenient flight transfers.
• Book this if you are looking for both aerial and sea-level views of Milford Sound without the hassle of an hours-long drive to and from Queenstown.
• What's unique: If you opt for return flights, your adventure won't take more than half a day. If you opt for return by road, you get to enjoy some scenic stops.
• Sights seen: Bowen Falls, Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock, Fairy Falls, Stirling Falls, St Annes Point Lighthouse, Tasman Sea, and more.

Inclusions

• Full-day or half-day tour of Milford Sound from Queenstown (based on option selected)
• Small-group experience
• Round-trip flight transfers from Queenstown (if option selected)
• One-way coach to Milford Sound (if option selected)
• Return flight transfer to Queenstown (if option selected)
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Live commentary
• 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
• Complimentary tea, coffee, & water on cruise

Exclusions

• Food and drinks (available for purchase onboard)

• Tip: Look out for playful dolphins and, if you’re lucky, catch a glimpse of the rare and elusive Fiordland Crested Penguin.
• The flyover from Queenstown over Milford Sound and back to Queenstown is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
• Passengers weighing 140kg (308lb) or more should make a note during booking. For helicopter activities, there is a weight limit of 116kg (255lb).
• A discrepancy exceeding 15kg (33lb) from the declared weight at check-in may lead to rescheduling, depending on availability.
• This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Best for: Active families with older kids, groups of friends, and marine-life enthusiasts looking for an immersive and adventurous experience.
• Book this if you want a mix of activities and nature in your Milford Sound experience.
• What's unique: Combines cruising, underwater observation, and kayaking in one experience.
• Sights seen: Milford Sound from three perspectives: cruise boat, underwater, and kayak-level and Underwater Observatory.

Inclusions

• 2-hour cruise of Milford Sound
• Expert nature guide
• 1.5 hour kayaking experience
• Specialist kayak guide
• Kayaking equipment
• Entry to Milford Sound Underwater Observatory
• Picnic lunch (vegan, vegetarian, an gluten-free options available on request)
• Complimentary tea and coffee

• Tip: Treat yourself to an overnight stay at a chalet in Milford Sound and enjoy its serene atmosphere after the crowds have left.
• This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.
• Your safety comes first. So, pregnant women are restricted from participating in this experience.
• Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult in a double kayak for the kayaking experience.
• Timetables, departures, and vessels are subject to change due to safety precautions, weather conditions, or maintenance requirements.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.