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Milford Sound overnight cruise New Zealand

Milford Sound is simply stunning - it is a natural wonder of world fame.  In Maori legend, the fiords were created not by rivers of ice, but by Tu Te Raki Whanoa, a godly figure who came wielding a magical adze and uttering incantations. Milford Sound (Piopiotahi) is without doubt his finest sculpture.  

Whatever the fiord’s mood, teeming with rain or with sun glistening on deep water, it will inspire you.  Nowhere in Fiordland do the mountains stand as tall, straight out of the sea. In the foreground of the fiord, stands Mitre Peak, a remarkable presence dominating the skyline.  

Overnighting in the long southern twilight of spectacular Milford Sound, is a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience. Overnight cruises offers visitors the chance to relax and explore the magnificent scenery and wildlife of this world-renowned fiord. Choose from two overnight cruise options at Milford Sound:

Milford Mariner (private cabins with ensuite bathrooms - 60 passengers

Milford Wanderer (quad share bunk style accommodation - 61 passengers)

Coach and flight connections from Queenstown and coach connections from Te Anau are available with Real Journeys for most cruises.


 

 
Milford Mariner

When the day visitors depart a silence descends.

The Milford Mariner offers you a very special dinner, bed and breakfast experience.  Enjoy a full length cruise of this spectacular fiord to the Tasman Sea before anchoring for the night in sheltered Harrison Cove. 

Go exploring with our nature guide in the tender craft and kayaks or simply relax on deck.   A sumptuous carvery buffet is served in the dining saloon and, as the evening progresses, enjoy the company of fellow passengers before retiring to the comfort of your private cabin.

  • Spacious viewing decks, dining saloon/fully licensed bar and observation lounge ( vessel layout)
  • Private cabins with ensuite bathrooms (twin, double or single occupancy) 
  • Three course evening buffet meal and breakfast
  • Capacity – sleeps 60
  • 20 kayaks and 2 tender craft
  • Milford Discovery Centre option
  • Coach connections from Queenstown and Te Anau
  • Fly out option, Milford to Queenstown (weather permitting)
  • Suitable for all ages with exception of infants

Please Note:
The September and May the coach connections from Queenstown and Te Anau depart Monday, Wednesday, Friday only.

What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes/boots, waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, change of clothes, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent, swimwear (optional), cash for bar and snacks, camera, overnight bag only.

 

 

Milford Wanderer

An overnight cruise on board the Milford Wanderer is a unique adventure. 

Join  our nature guide and friendly crew for a full length cruise of Milford Sound.  Keep a lookout for wildlife, especially fur seals basking on the rocks.  There is plenty of time  for you to go exploring in the kayaks and tender craft and relax on deck. 

As the shadows deepen the Milford Wanderer returns under sail (weather permitting) to Harrison Cove for the night.  In our cosy saloon enjoy a scrumptious three-course meal and the company of like-minded passengers.   

  • Spacious viewing decks and cosy dining saloon/fully licensed bar ( vessel layout)
  • Comfortable bunk style accommodation with four bunks per compartment
  • Three course evening meal and breakfast
  • 20 kayaks and 1 tender craft
  • Capacity – sleeps 61
  • Milford Discovery Centre option
  • Coach connections from Queenstown and Te Anau 
  • Fly outoptions, Milford to Queenstown available (weather dependent)
  • Suitable for all ages with exception of infants

What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes/boots, waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, change of clothes, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent, swimwear (optional), cash for bar and snacks, camera and overnight bag only.

Please note:
During May and September, quad-share accommodation is available on the Milford Mariner as the Milford Wanderer is not operating. The September and May coach connections depart Monday, Wednesday, Friday only.

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Bay of Islands/Northland - Auckland/Waiheke/Great Barrier - Waitomo Caves - Coromandel Peninsula - Rotorua
Taupo/Tongariro - Napier/Hawkes Bay - Wellington - Picton/Blenheim/Marlborough Sounds - Kaikoura
Christchurch/Akaroa/Arthurs Pass - Mount Cook/Tekapo - Nelson/Abel Tasman/Golden Bay - West Coast/Glaciers - Wanaka - Queenstown - Dunedin/Oamaru/Catlins - Te Anau/Fiordland/Milford Sound/Doubtful Sound - Stewart Island
 

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