From Te Anau: Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Lunch

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From Te Anau: Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Lunch
Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
77 reviews

Discover the scenery of Milford Sound and the Fiordland National Park on a guided tour from Te Anau, with a sightseeing cruise and lunch included.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
• Enjoy the convenience of pick-ups from selected hotels. If your location isn’t listed, simply choose the nearest available option & meet us there! • Please be waiting outside your pickup location no later than 10 minutes before your pick up time.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
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Dallas – New Zealand

Went for a cruise to the Milford sounds and omg breath taking absolutely recommend and the tour guide was fantastic thank you so much

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Yvonne –

I liked Hannah’s commentary as she chatted and was very informative and knowledgeable She added to the trip We forgot to give the brown lunch bags back Where can they be left

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Itinerary

  • 27 pickup location options:

    Amber Court Motel, Lakeside Motel & Apartments, Te Anau Lodge, Alpine View Motel, Edgewater Motel, Bella Vista Motel Te Anau, Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas, Te Anau Lakefront Bed & Breakfast, Lakefront Lodge Te Anau, Radfords on the Lake, Distinction Luxmore Hotel Te Anau, Dunluce Boutique B&B, Anchorage Motel Apartments, Te Anau Top 10 Holiday Park, Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau, Red Tussock Motel, Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments, Birchwood Cottages, Fiordland Hotel, Te Anau Lakeview Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels, Parklands Motel, 94 Te Anau Terrace, Aden Motel, Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau, ASURE Explorer Motel & Apartments, The Village Inn, Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers - BBH

  • Homer Tunnel

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bus tour, Pass by, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

  • Eglinton Valley

    Break time, Photo stop, Free time, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way

  • Lake Gunn, Fiordland National Park

    Break time, Photo stop, Free time, Sightseeing, Bus tour, Pass by, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (20 minutes)

  • Pop's View Lookout

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bus tour, Pass by, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way

  • Milford Sound

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Dolphin watching, Pass by, Marine life viewing, Scenic views on the way (105 minutes)

  • Mitre Peak

    Photo stop, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic views on the way

  • Te Anau Downs

    Break time, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bus tour, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way

  • 27 drop-off locations:

    Distinction Luxmore Hotel Te Anau, Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau, Edgewater Motel, Birchwood Cottages, Red Tussock Motel, Bella Vista Motel Te Anau, Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers - BBH, Lakeside Motel & Apartments, The Village Inn, Fiordland Hotel, ASURE Explorer Motel & Apartments, Aden Motel, Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau, Alpine View Motel, Parklands Motel, 94 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau Lakeview Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels, Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments, Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas, Te Anau Top 10 Holiday Park, Te Anau Lodge, Amber Court Motel, Dunluce Boutique B&B, Anchorage Motel Apartments, Te Anau Lakefront Bed & Breakfast, Lakefront Lodge Te Anau, Radfords on the Lake

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a sightseeing cruise on Milford Sound with views of Mitre Peak
  • Explore the Fiordland National Park with a knowledgeable guide
  • Pass Lake Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford River, and more
  • Keep a look out for native birds and other wildlife

Full description

Take a guided tour by comfortable minibus to explore the natural beauty of Milford Sound and the surrounding area. Your tour includes a sightseeing cruise, a picnic lunch, and plenty of scenic stops along the way.

Meet your guide in Te Anau and drive along the lakeside, making a stop at Te Anau Downs to soak in the scenery. Enter the Fiordland National Park and visit Eglinton Valley, to admire the landscape carved by an ancient glacier. Continue to Mirror Lakes and see the Earl Mountains reflected in these clear waters.

Relax and take photos by Lake Gunn, before continuing towards Hollyford River. Pass the waterfall at Falls Creek as you head higher into the Darran Mountains, stopping at viewpoints along the way. Keep a look out for local wildlife, including kea, the world’s largest alpine parrot.

Enter Homer Tunnel and learn this history of this hand-built tunnel, before arriving at Milford Sound. Board the boat for a sightseeing cruise and see impressive views of Mitre Peak. Back on dry land, take a bush walk through The Chasm and snap photos at Pop's View Lookout, on the return journey to Te Anau.

Includes

  • Guided small group tour
  • Pickup and drop-off from select hotels
  • Milford Sound Cruise
  • Picnic lunch & snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Picnic lunch for infants (0 - 3)
  • Child safety seats

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Charged Smartphone

Know before you go

  • A moderate amount of walking is involved in this experience.
  • This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Strollers can be accommodated on this tour.
  • Please advise the ages of any children on the booking.
  • Child seats are needed for children under 7. Rental fee is $20 per seat or you can supply your own.
  • Kindly advise of dietary requirements when booking
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you’ll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

From $156 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5
4.8 out of 5 stars

based on 77 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Dallas – New ZealandJanuary 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Went for a cruise to the Milford sounds and omg breath taking absolutely recommend and the tour guide was fantastic thank you so much
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Yvonne – November 18, 2024 – Verified booking
I liked Hannah’s commentary as she chatted and was very informative and knowledgeable She added to the trip We forgot to give the brown lunch bags back Where can they be left
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5 out of 5 stars
K
Katarzyna – LuxembourgMarch 24, 2024 – Verified booking
Absolutely fantastic tour. Steve, our driver and guide was amazing! I highly recommend the tour.

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Activity provider:
Cheeky Kiwi Travel

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