A day trip with to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi from Te Anau, highlighting the stunning alpine route into Fiordland, join a 2 hour cruise around the picturesque Sound, and return back to Te Anau via exploring the flora and fauna on a few short scenic guided walks.

Trip Highlights

• Complimentary pick-ups from most hotels
• Sightseeing stops along the famous Milford Road
• Uncrowded and unhurried cruise through Milford Sound
• Picnic lunch is included in the price.
• We go further and get you closer to flora and fauna in the fiord
• Complimentary tea and coffee available on-board your cruise

Duration

9 Hours

Ages

All Ages

Your Journey

Departing from Te Anau, your knowledgeable driver will pick you up in style with our Mercedes van fully equipped with panoramic windows for superior viewing. We will provide you with complimentary wifi, bottled water and videos onboard so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy the journey. Our drivers have extensive knowledge of Milford Sound and the surrounding area and will provide informative commentary on the points of interest along one of the world’s most picturesque drives – The Milford Road. Before enjoying a 2-hour cruise aboard one of our specially designed small boats in Milford Sound.

Sit back and relax as you cruise the length of the 16km fiord, out past St Annes Point Lighthouse, while our skipper highlights points of interest along the way, including the mighty Lady Bowen Falls, Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock and Stirling Falls. We go further and get you closer than any other operator in Milford Sound.

Keep an eye out for local wildlife that can be found in the fiord, with New Zealand fur seals and dolphins spotted regularly, while occasionally the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin makes an appearance when in season.

During the return journey, your local guide will share a series of walks and scenic stops in a range of environments, plus provide fascinating interpretation of the unique native flora and fauna. We tailor the day to the weather, seasonal highlights and to get you off the beaten track.