Experience the top-rated boutique cruise in New Zealand at Cruise Milford NZ. Enjoy an uncrowded small boat cruise on Milford Sound, with luxury seating and exceptional customer service. Get up close to seals, dolphins, and penguins in their natural habitat.
Experience the top-rated boutique cruise in New Zealand at Cruise Milford NZ. Enjoy an uncrowded small boat cruise on Milford Sound, with luxury seating and exceptional customer service. Get up close to seals, dolphins, and penguins in their natural habitat.
- Milford Sound - The best thing about Milford Sound Cruises is that the weather doesn’t matter! On a sunny day, it is beautiful and on a wet day it is spectacular! Fiordland has some of the worlds highest waterfalls and they are a popular feature of Milford Sound. In all weather, you will see water cascading down massive cliffs into the sea….
- Milford Sound - The best thing about Milford Sound Cruises is that the weather doesn’t matter! On a sunny day, it is beautiful and on a wet day it is spectacular! Fiordland has some of the worlds highest waterfalls and they are a popular feature of Milford Sound. In all weather, you will see water cascading down massive cliffs into the sea.
Milford Sound is in the Fiordland National Park, which is part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage site which covers 26,000km² and encompassing four national parks. It is widely considered to be one of the World’s top travel destinations.
At Cruise Milford we know that you will have a wonderful and truly memorable day out on your Milford Sound cruise. We love sharing the natural beauty of this special place to visitors and your captain will inform you about the Sound, it’s history and wildlife.

- Complimentary coffee, tea, and biscuits on all sailings
- Complimentary coffee, tea, and biscuits on all sailings
- No food sold on-board the cruise
- Parking fee- $10 per hour (Payment can be made at the parking stations on site with card only).
- No food sold on-board the cruise
- Parking fee- $10 per hour (Payment can be made at the parking stations on site with card only).
Recognized as one of the Top 10 Experiences in New Zealand.
Embark on our exclusive small boat cruise and discover Milford Sound from a “local” perspective. We ensure a more intimate and less crowded journey by limiting passenger numbers to half of the boat’s capacity (150 passengers).
Explore our stunning surroundings on this unforgettable adventure….
Recognized as one of the Top 10 Experiences in New Zealand.
Embark on our exclusive small boat cruise and discover Milford Sound from a “local” perspective. We ensure a more intimate and less crowded journey by limiting passenger numbers to half of the boat’s capacity (150 passengers).
Explore our stunning surroundings on this unforgettable adventure.
Unwind with complimentary coffee, tea, and biscuits while enjoying the skipper’s live commentary and the awe-inspiring scenery. The vessel’s smaller size allows for close encounters with local wildlife, including New Zealand Fur Seals, dolphins, and the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin (spring/early summer). Don’t miss the “Glacial Facial” under the Sterling Falls.
- Please feel free to bring your own food and drinks on-board the cruise.
- Please note proof of age for children is required upon check-in at Milford Sound.
- For any extra information regarding the drive, transport or the cruise please contact us via phone or email.
- The main car park at Milford Sound costs $10 per hour. Payment can be made at payment stations on site. This Car park area is approximately a 10 minute walk to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal building.
- A free car park is available on the corner of Milford Road and Deepwater basin, the walk from here to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal building will take approximately 40min.
- Disability Parking can be found outside the main Milford Sound Visitor Terminal and is wheelchair accessible.
- Office hours for bookings assistance: 8am to 8pm
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.