Real Journeys - Milford Sound - Scenic & Nature Cruises - New Zealand

Scenic Cruises

Timetable -
All year: 11am & 1pm daily plus . . . .
Oct-April: 9am & 3pm daily

Check-in 20 minutes prior to departure times
Milford Sound Nature Cruise

Nature Cruises

Timetable -
All year: 12.30pm daily daily plus . . . .
Oct-April: 10.30am & 1.25pm daily

Check-in 20 minutes prior to departure times
What to bring:
  • Comfortable walking shoes/boots
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Woollen sweater/fleece jacket
  • Sunscreen/sunglasses
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera and lots of film
Milford Sound Nature Cruise

Milford Sound
Nature & Scenic Cruises

Grand, brooding, serene and wild, Milford Sound draws visitors from all over the globe to cruise its length – and wonder. Luxuriant rain forest clings to sheer rock walls washed with waterfalls. In the foreground stands Mitre Peak, a majestic presence dominating the skyline.

Real Journeys has three excellent daytime cruise options in Milford Sound: Scenic and Nature Cruises.

 

Scenic Cruises

This cruise appeals to those wanting to enjoy the dramatic scenery of Milford Sound in style!

Cruise the full length of Milford Sound on board one of our spacious, modern vessels, the Milford Monarch or Milford Haven, offering excellent viewing opportunities.

Our friendly staff provide informative commentaries in several languages and point out highlights.

• Please see to the left for: Scenic Cruise Timetable
• Please see to the right for: Scenic Cruise Details

 

Nature Cruises

Explore Milford Sound in a leisurely and casual way with our nature guides.

Our vessels, the Milford Mariner and Milford Wanderer designed along the lines of traditional trading scows and have been purpose built to operate in the fiords. These modern vessels offer a relaxing, extended cruise option.

For those on board wanting to learn about the magnificent scenery and wildlife, our nature guide provides a detailed commentary (English only).Keep a look out for dolphins, seals and penguins.

• Please see to the left for: Nature Cruise Timetable
• Please see to the right for: Nature Cruise Details



Milford Sound Nature Cruise
Milford Monarch - Milford Sound Scenic Cruise

SCENIC CRUISES


Milford Sound Nature Cruise

NATURE CRUISES


Milford Wanderer - Milford Sound Nature Cruise

  Prices

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Prices are quoted in New Zealand dollars ($NZ) per person*

Scenic Cruise (9am departure) - Adult
Trip # RJ100
01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011 $NZ 66.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2011 to 30 Apr 2012 $NZ 69.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Apr 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Departs 9am, returns 10.40am. 1 Nov - 30 Apr only.

Scenic Cruise (11am departure) - Adult
Trip # RJ100
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2010 $NZ 72.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2010 to 30 Sep 2011 $NZ 76.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2011 to 30 Sep 2012 $NZ 80.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Sep 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Departs 11am, returns 12.40pm. Trips available all year.

Scenic Cruise (1pm departure) - Adult
Trip # RJ100
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2010 $NZ 84.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2010 to 30 Sep 2011 $NZ 88.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2011 to 30 Sep 2012 $NZ 92.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Sep 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Departs 1pm, returns 2.40pm. Trips available all year.

Scenic Cruise (3pm departure) - Adult
Trip # RJ100
01 Nov 2010 to 30 Apr 2011 $NZ 66.00* Book Now
01 Nov 2011 to 30 Apr 2012 $NZ 69.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Apr 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Departs 3pm, returns 4.40pm. 1 Nov - 30 Apr only.

Scenic Cruise (all departures) - Child
Trip # RJ100
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2012 $NZ 22.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Sep 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Child 5-14 yrs.
"Kids Go Free" school holidays promotion 25 September 2010 - 10 October 2010 (applies to departures 11am & 1pm daily and 9.00am daily from 1 October, conditions apply)

Nature Cruise (10.30 departure) - Adult
Trip # RJ200
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2010 $NZ 78.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011 $NZ 82.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2011 to 30 Apr 2012 $NZ 86.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Apr 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Departs: 10:30hrs Returns: 13:00hrs Vessel: Milford Mariner Season: 1 October - 30 April

Nature Cruise (12.30 departure) - Adult
Trip # RJ200
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2010 $NZ 88.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011 $NZ 92.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2011 to 30 Apr 2012 $NZ 97.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Apr 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Departs: 12:30hrs Returns: 15:00hrs Vessel: Milford Wanderer Season: 1 October - 30 April

Nature Cruise (1.25 departure) - Adult
Trip # RJ200
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2010 $NZ 88.00* Book Now
01 Nov 2010 to 30 Apr 2011 $NZ 92.00* Book Now
01 Nov 2011 to 30 Apr 2012 $NZ 97.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Apr 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Departs: 13:25hrs Returns: 15:40hrs Vessel: MV Sinbad Season: 1 November - 31 March

Nature Cruise (all departures) - Child
Trip # RJ200
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2010 $NZ 17.00* Book Now
Winter Special

01 Oct 2010 to 30 Sep 2012 $NZ 22.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Sep 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Child 5-14 years inclusive.
"Kids Go Free" school holidays promotion 25 September 2010 - 10 October 2010 (applies to departures 12.55pm daily until 30 September and 10.30am, 12.30pm & 1.35pm from 1 October, conditions apply)

Milford Discovery Centre - Adult
Trip # RJ40
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2011 $NZ 29.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2010 to 30 Sep 2011 $NZ 33.00* Book Now
01 Oct 2011 to 30 Sep 2012 $NZ 35.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Sep 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Milford Discovery Centre - Child
Trip # RJ40
30 Jul 2010 to 30 Sep 2011 $NZ 14.50* Book Now
01 Oct 2010 to 30 Sep 2012 $NZ 18.00* Book Now
For rates beyond 30 Sep 2012, please email milfordsoundscenicornaturecruiseexmilfordsound@newzealandreservations.co.nz

Guided visits to the Milford Discovery Centre (previously Milford Sound Underwater Observatory) are available as an “add-on” with most Milford Sound Nature Cruises. Due to the delayed return, this option may not be available to passengers travelling by Real Journeys coach or plane.
After an informative introductory talk, you will descend to the underwater viewing chamber to observe the fascinating corals, anemones, sponges, sea horses and fish species in their natural habitat.

*PLEASE NOTE: Underwater Observatory option is no longer available with the coach connections from Te Anau. However, it is still available ex Milford. Includes Government Taxes (GST). Coach (bus) transfers from Te Anau are available. From Queenstown, coach-cruise-fly and fly-cruise-fly packages are also available.

"Kids Go Free" school holidays promotion 25 September 2010 - 10 October 2010.
Conditions: This special offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer or discount (unless specified).
Kids Go free applies to children aged 0 - 18 years (school-aged).
Children (maximum of two) must be accompanied by a full fare-paying adult.
Meals, coach connections, flights, overnight cruises, underwater observatory and departures other than those listed are not included.
Real Journeys reserve the right to amend timetables, substitute plant or equipment and alter ticket prices at any time.

Cancellation Policy: (Please read carefully):
Outside 30 days from arrival: $NZ 30 + GST per person
29-10 days - 50% of full payment
Inside 10 days - 100% of full payment.


  Booking Enquiries

Email MilfordDayCruise@newzealandreservations.co.nz
Toll Free Numbers within New Zealand 0800 804 111
  within Australia 1800 149 007
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  Fax +64 3 355 9907
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