Fiordland & Milford Sound

Milford Sound Cruise Including Underwater Observatory

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Milford Sound Cruise with Underwater Observatory and Lunch

From $99.37

Select Date and Travelers

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 3 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the natural beauty and wildlife of the Milford Sound on a cruise that includes admission to the Milford Sound Underwater Observatory. Choose from several options for your cruise, depending on the amount of time you have available and the level of detail you desire. Get close to towering rock walls and waterfalls, and see the aquatic world through the windows of the observatory.
  • The most in depth cruise experience in Milford Sound
  • Milford Sound Underwater Observatory admission ticket provided
  • Complimentary tea and coffee.
  • Suitable for visitors of all ages

What's Included

  • Milford Sound Nature Cruise
  • Visit to the Milford Sound Underwater Observatory
  • Complimentary tea and coffee on board the boat
  • Alcoholic drinks, snacks and bottled water (available to purchase)
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • On arrival at Milford Sound you can park at the Milford Sound carpark at a fee of $10 per hour.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Southern Discoveries - Milford Sound Visitor Centre
    Freshwater Basin, Milford Sound Highway 94, Milford Sound 9679, New Zealand

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Southern Discoveries - Milford Sound Visitor Centre

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Milford Sound

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Mitre Peak (Pass By)

Stirling Falls (Pass By)

Bowen Falls (Pass By)

Sinbad Gully (Pass By)

Southern Discoveries - Milford Sound Underwater Observatory

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please advise of your country of origin at the time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Service animals allowed
  • Commentary in English only, translation sheets on cruise highlights are provided on board cruise
  • Car Parking: On arrival at Milford Sound you can park at the Milford Sound carpark at a fee of $10 per hour. 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.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 75 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Oanh_C
Wonderful drive from Te Anau through to Milford, easy drive with breathtaking views. Our first time on a cruise and the kids (2 & 4) absolutely loved it. Staff were super friendly from the check in desk to those on the cruise. Underwater observatory staff were very knowledgeable and made the experience fun. Bathroom facilities throughout were clean and easy to access. We will definitely do it again in the near future

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Lee_C, Apr 2024
The captain was very professional and skillful, it is so near to the waterfall and it enable us to view the rainbow formation by the waterfall!
Stunning views and amazing cruise
Allison_O, Apr 2024
The views are absolutely stunning! We appreciated that the cruise left on time. I wish we could have heard the commentary better but otherwise it was amazing! We loved the underwater observatory!
Exceeded Expectations.
KatherineK, Apr 2024
The beauty was captivating. The observatory was quite interesting and gave an historic context. Great start to our trip to NZ.
Nature wonder
Nikhil_R, Apr 2024
Excellent experience with family. Big cruise with lot of space on viewing deck. Underwater observatory was indeed a magical experience
Unforgettable
Philippe_P, Mar 2024
Comfortable Cruise with breathtaking views! The underwater observatory was well maintained and the staff gave useful information about all the sea creatures!
The best!
Bob_K, Mar 2024
We really had a great time on the boat and at the underwater observatory! Many thanks for the trip...
Outstanding
Harry_H, Mar 2024
Going underneath Stirling falls, absolutely stunning. This has been on my bucket list for many years so it was absolutely unreal
You will see penguins!
Fred_D, Mar 2024
Efficient checking. Highly recommend the premium seating option. Get there early to line up if you want a front row seat. Don't expect swarms of p t quinsy all year round - we saw about 30 I. Total.
Unbelievable sights
Arielle_E, Mar 2024
The boat ride was very nice the sights were out of this world. It was worth ever penny. The shop’s captain explained the sights and got close so people could take pictures very accommodating. Amazing place.
Breathtaking
Clare_S, Mar 2024
Stunning scenery, beautiful waterfalls and frolicking dolphins, perfect. A fantastic trip which we would thoroughly recommend. Bring your insect repellent though and plenty of layers!
The weather made it. We were so lucky
Chris_R, Feb 2024
The whole trip was superb. The boat was great. The waterfall was great. The underwater viewing of black coral was memorable. Sitting outside in the sun waiting to be picked up while watching people canoe was lovely.
A great experience
Anthony_D, Feb 2024
The tour was excellent! The paid parking was a letdown for us as there were not alot of options but to pay. Far too expensive after paying top dollar for a ticket. Maybe free parking with your ticket would be a good optioni.
Breathtaking experience !
Chelsea_B, Feb 2024
The views were absolutely breathtaking! So happy we decided to do the cruise. The underwater observatory was a very cool add on to the day!
We had amazing weather so...
Mark_R, Feb 2024
We had amazing weather so our experience was amazing. I woukd recommend to anyone wanting to see the Sounds.
Beautiful scenery. First...
Declan_O, Feb 2024
Beautiful scenery. First ferry was too busy. Then stopped off at underwater observatory and had a small tour. So ferry back only had 10 people on and much better.
Awesome must do experience
Vanessa_R, Feb 2024
The cruise was great. Good commentary along the way Would of loved to some different fish at the underwater observatory but u can't fix that. Loved it lots
It was nice to do!
Caroline_H, Feb 2024
We were so lucky with the sunny weather! We can recommend to do this trip! It was worth all the hours driving.
Interesting
Tracey_B, Feb 2024
Very interesting to see the underwater life. Staff were very helpful and informative regarding the Milford Sound wildlife etc.
Stunning scenery
Noel_W, Feb 2024
Stunning scenery and the weather was kind to us. The staff were friendly and helpful. Why do I need to write more?
Amazing
Alice_W, Feb 2024
The stunning scenery and staff on cruise were wonderful. Give yourself time to get there with time to spare.
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