Why choose this tour ?
Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand and a must-see for any traveller. Whether seen in sunshine or rain, the incredible views are guaranteed to leave you awestruck. This is a small group tour for travellers seeking an all-inclusive, uniquely-kiwi, personalised trip to Milford Sound. We keep things personal using our fleet of modern Mercedes vans. Enjoy your journey with only 16 people, in a vehicle with premium features such as leather seats, panoramic scenic windows, Wi-Fi and Spotify. Let your Altitude Tours guide entertain you with in-depth knowledge of the area, as we travel from Queenstown through Te Anau and into the Fiordland National Park on the famous Milford Road. Enjoy many scenic photo stops at both famous locations, as well as our guide's favourite off-the-beaten-track spots. Enjoy a 2-hour small uncrowded cruise while taking in the incredible beauty that Milford Sound has to offer! You can also add on a picnic lunch to enjoy onboard.
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What makes Small Group, Award Winning Full Day Milford Sound Experience a unique experience ?
Start your day by meeting our friendly local guide at or near your Queenstown accommodation. You'll travel in style in a premium Mercedes van designed for touring with only 16 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.
Lake Te Anau is in the southwestern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The lake covers an area of 344 km², making it the second-largest lake by surface area in New Zealand and the largest in the South Island. It is the largest lake in Australasia by fresh water volume.
From here, we welcome you to the Fiordland National Park and the renowned Milford Road. This corridor to the fjord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its majestic mountains, winding rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, your guide will make multiple stops for photo opportunities, short walks, and will entertain you with fascinating local facts and stories.
See the picturesque Eglinton Valley
Enjoy a beautiful short nature walk and view the famous Mirror Lakes
The Homer Tunnel is a 1.2 km long road tunnel in the Fiordland region of the South Island of New Zealand, opened in 1953. New Zealand State Highway 94 passes through the tunnel, linking Milford Sound to Te Anau and Queenstown, by piercing the Darran Mountain range at the Homer Saddle
Upon reaching Milford Sound, embark on a 1hr 45min nature cruise that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the fjord. This small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allows you to explore the edges of the fjord, revealing its impressive waterfalls and unique wildlife, which may include dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.
After your cruise, rejoin the van to commence the return journey to Queenstown. Sit back, relax, and take in the views. This day tour spans approximately 12-13 hours, and our smaller vehicles and attentive guide ensure your comfort and entertainment throughout the journey.
On arrival back into Queenstown, your guide will return you back to the same location they picked you up from, or you can choose to be dropped in Queenstown.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring walking shoes, warm clothes and rain jacket.
- Please be aware that Milford Sound is a 5 hour drive from Queenstown (one-way with sightseeing stops). This is a full day excursion, and including the 2 hour cruise on the fjord, allow approximately 13 hours door to door.
- There is an option to include a packed picnic lunch. The default choice is chicken, however you can request a vegetarian lunch until 5pm the day prior.
- Please bring a reusable waterbottle on tour with us. There are multiple locations to refill during the day.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Glass Roof Upgrade
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Glass-roof Top Van: This option connected to our 6:30am departure which has a guaranteed glass roof top van.
Pickup included - Excluding Lunch
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Pickup included - Including Packed Picnic Lunch
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Packed Picnic Lunch: This has a Chicken sandwich. If you would like Beef or Vegetarian, please note in special requirements, or let our team know.
Pickup included - Glass Roof Upgrade with Lunch
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Includes Packed Picnic Lunch: This option includes a packed picnic lunch box. The default selection is chicken, with options to change to beef or vege.
Glass Roof Van: This option connects to our 6:30am departure which offers a guaranteed glass-roof top van.
Pickup included
- Convenient pick up and drop off locations around Queenstown
- Knowledgable and friendly local driver/guides
- 2-Hour nature cruise on Milford Sound
- Off-the-beaten track scenic photo stops en route
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- Additional Snacks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Altitude Tours Milford Sound Experience.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1870 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• After booking, you will receive a message from one of our team confirming your exact departure location and time, and asking you any questions relevant to your booking. Please keep an eye out for this and please do not hesitate to ask us any questions prior to the day. • Complimentary pickup is not offered to Airbnb locations or private addresses unless agreed with us. We also only pick up from select accommodations in Queenstown. • Please be aware that departure times vary depending on the departure location. Departure locations must be reconfirmed at least 24 hours prior to departure by phone or email. +64 3 441 4788 or info@altitudetours.co.nz. • Please be at your departure location 10 minutes prior. Our guide will wait up to 5 minutes after your departure time. Any late arrivals who miss the tour will be fully charged. • We would recommend you bring extra snacks or come prepared to buy food/drink during our stops in Te Anau. • If you added on a packed picnic lunch, this will include a chicken sandwich. You can request a vegetarian sandwich up until 5pm the day prior to departure. • In an effort to reduce single-use plastic, we no longer provide water bottles, and recommend all travellers bring a reusable bottle with them. There is an option to purchase a reusable bottle onboard, if you come unprepared. • Please bring walking shoes, warm clothes, and rain jacket.
