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Stirling Falls, Fiordland

Stirling Falls, Fiordland: Our most recommended tours and activities

Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise

1. Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise

Embrace the grandeur of Milford Sound's towering peaks and tumbling waterfalls on a scenic and boutique 2-hour cruise. Self-drive to Milford Sound Visitor Terminal enjoying the views en route. Sit back and relax as your cruise departs from Milford Sound Wharf and makes its way out past the iconic Mitre Peak. Cruise the length of the 16-kilometer fiord and out past St Annes Point Lighthouse. Go further and get closer to the magic that is Milford Sound as you travel through the fiord and out into the Tasman Sea. Hold your breath as your Skipper navigates closer to the shoreline, getting you right up close to the incredible surroundings. Be sure to bring your camera, as you'll be close to sights like the mighty Stirling Falls and Copper Point. Keep an eye out for seals basking in the sun, pods of dolphins or rare Fiordland Crested Penguins that can be found seasonally within the region.

Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Full-Day Trip

2. Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Full-Day Trip

Enjoy a fun and leisurely day trip to admire the glacial features, wild flora and fauna, and picturesque backdrops of the world-famous fiord at Milford Sound. Start with pickup for the bus journey to Te Anau. Your driver will share their local knowledge as you stop along the way to see spectacular scenery. Marvel at views of waterfalls, wildlife, and the rainforest. Soak up the sights from any of the three indoor and outdoor viewing decks during your cruise and join your jovial crew at the bow as you nose under Stirling Falls for a free shower in some of the world's freshest water.  Benefit from complimentary tea service is available for the entire cruise and espresso coffee, snacks cakes. Additional drinks can be purchased from onboard cafe / bar.

Te Anau: Milford Sound Bus, Cruise, Observatory, & Lunch

3. Te Anau: Milford Sound Bus, Cruise, Observatory, & Lunch

Set off on a day trip from Te Anau to Milford Sound and enjoy a more intimate and in-depth experience of Milford Sound. Discover the native wildlife, towering waterfalls, and majestic mountains of the fiord on an intimate cruise on a smaller boat. Journey through spectacular landscapes as your experienced, local bus driver provides engaging and informative commentary. Enjoy short walks and photo stops along Milford Road. Arrive at Milford Sound and relax on a nature cruise with a freshly prepared picnic lunch onboard. Get within touching distance of impressive rock walls and up close to Stirling Falls. Your passionate skipper will share their local knowledge with lively and informative commentary. Visit Milford Sound Underwater Observatory along the way. Descend 60 steps down a spiral staircase into a spacious viewing chamber to discover the unique and beautiful environment hidden under the surface of Milford Sound. Cruise back to the Milford Sound Visitor Centre to re-join the bus for the return journey to Te Anau.

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What people are saying about Stirling Falls, Fiordland

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 563 reviews

Nice staff explaining things. Captain stopped for the dolphins and then they swam along with us in front of the boat which was amazing. Boat was not crowded as described in the tours description. Coffee & Tea as much as you want.

Absolutely Great fun today jet boating over the Lake and the Shotover River from Queenstown, would recommend this expeirience to you all.It lasts just under an hour and be prepared to get a little wet!Thanks Team!

A stress-free day visiting such a beautiful place. Comfortable coach and very experienced drivers that are highly knowledgeable on the area and history. Cruise topped it off. Highly recommend.

Really worthy experience . The bus route is interesting but the cruise is the magic part of the excursion . 1.5 hour by boat in a wonderful fjord with waterfall and dolphins . Well organised .

The tour was very fun and well planned. Learnt a lot of information during the tour. It was a fun experience.