Milford Sound Overnight Fjord Cruise & Kayak

Explore Milford Sound on a shared overnight cruise, with waterfalls, rainforest and mountains framing the journey. Learn about the area's history and geology from an onboard nature guide as you watch for wildlife along the fjord.

• Settle into a private cabin with an ensuite
• Relax in the observation lounge for another perspective on the surrounding scenery

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Departure. For the From Queenstown option, depart from Real NZ Queenstown Visitor Centre at 08:30. For the From Te Anau option, depart from RealNZ Visitor Centre, 85 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau 9640, at 12:40.
2. Anchor in Harrison Cove and explore by kayak or tender craft.
3. Enjoy a carvery buffet dinner on board.
4. Look for stars from the viewing decks in Harrison Cove, then retire to your private cabin.
5. Day 2: Breakfast. Enjoy a buffet breakfast on board.
6. Take the included return shuttle. For the From Te Anau option, the return is at 12:15.

What's Included

• One night aboard the Milford Mariner
• Duvets, sheets and towels
• Three-course buffet dinner
• Cooked and continental buffet breakfast
• Tea and coffee
• Kayaking and small-boat activities
• Return coach transfers from Queenstown or Te Anau, depending on your option

Important details

• Children must share a cabin with an adult. Ages 5–15 require an accompanying paying adult.
• Infants ages 0–3 must sit on a parent or legal guardian's lap. Ages 0–1 can join free if they do not occupy a bed or dine on board.
• This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility.
• Overnight parking, if needed, costs $30 and is not included in the listed price. You'll pay at the visitor centre's parking payment terminal.
• Milford Sound has natural earthquake and tsunami risks. These events are extremely unlikely during a visit, but can be life-threatening, with limited options for reaching safety.
• Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure, and gates close 5 minutes before departure.