Overall, this is a must-do for first-time visitors to New Zealand. (Would give 4.5 stars if allowed.) - The two-hour cruise on Milford Sound was unforgettable, with unbelievable views throughout the whole journey. You'll get tons of great photographs that won't even do the beauty justice. - Our bus driver Shilendra (sorry if misspelled!) was very entertaining and funny throughout our trip. He provided many interesting nuggets on our way there, and allowed for rest on the way back. - The "picnic lunch" on the cruise was sufficient - A cold cut sandwich, chips, some fruit, and cookie, with water, coffee, and tea provided. There was an upgrade to a buffet for $49 NZD. - The cruise is packed with people. There are three levels, with the top being open-air for the best photographs, and the bottom two levels indoors with seating. - The bus ride is long and windy. I struggled with motion sickness. Be warned if prone! Thank goodness for the rest area with bathrooms and food halfway.

The bus trip and our driver Mr FBI were great very informative with lots of knowledge and facts about the countryside and bush. The only negative was the amount of people on the cruise the boat was so packed and due to the rain no seats available and it was difficult to walk around and get a good viewing spot. Overall a great day.

Shallindra (excuse my spelling) was our guide and I would like to say this man deserves a promotion, a pay rise and at the very least employee of the month. Incredibly hospitable and very in touch with his passengers needs. I was a solo traveller and he ensured I still had photos taken at all of the scenic pictures spots. He was so attentive when a child on board felt unwell and even shared some cough sweets to someone with a bad throat. His humour was delightful, knowledge of the area very insightful, we all learnt lots and the actual trip itself was smooth, effortless and super easy. Such a relief for a solo traveller. Thank you Shallindrah