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Exploring Milford Sound by Cruise After Your Walk
After the hike, step aboard a smaller boat for a more personal Milford Sound experience. Towering cliffs, dramatic waterfalls, and hidden coves surround you as you glide through this world-famous fiord. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins and lounging seals along the way.
Your cruise is enhanced with friendly commentary, ensuring you don’t miss landmarks like Mitre Peak and Pembroke Glacier. With its combination of tranquillity and grandeur, the cruise offers the perfect balance to your walking adventure. It’s a seamless way to enjoy both land and sea in Fiordland.
- Hiking Time: 3.5 hours
- Distance: 11 km
- Climb: 50m
- Boat Cruise: 2 hours
HIGHLIGHTS
- Boat ride across Milford Sound to Sandfly Point
- Guided walk along the Milford Track to Giant's Gate waterfall
- Small group experience (max 12 people) with expert nature guide
- Learn about native plants, wildlife and local history
- Scenic cruise on Milford Sound with views of Mitre Peak & Stirling Falls
INCLUSIONS
- Professional nature guide for the Milford Track guided walk.
- Water taxi transport to and from Sandfly Point.
- A hot drink and light snack during the guided walk.
- 2-hour Milford Sound small boat cruise with Mitre Peak Cruises.
- Complimentary tea and coffee onboard the boat.
FITNESS
- Moderate fitness level required, with a walking pace of around 3 km per hour.
- The walk covers 11 km with a 50-metre vertical gain, taking approximately 3.5 hours.
- Suitable for individuals who can manage rocky or rough terrain and adapt to wet weather conditions.
WHAT TO BRING
- Comfortable walking shoes and outdoor, active wear suitable for the weather.
- Day pack with a warm top, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, insect repellent, snack food, and camera.
- Optional: Pre-order a picnic lunch or bring your own lunch and a filled, reusable water bottle.
Note: Milford Road can be challenging for less confident drivers, and there's no cell coverage past Te Anau Downs.
AGE INFORMATION
- Adults: 16 years +
- Child: 8-15 years
- Minimum age: 8 years
CANCELLATION & REFUND
- 7 days or more before travel: Full refund**
- 6 days or less: Non Refundable
Note: **Refunds exclude credit card or payment fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.
Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.
