About This Tour
Experience two of Fiordland's most iconic attractions in a single, unforgettable day. If you select the 9.00am departure: Start with a self-guided walk on the world-famous Milford Track. The gentle 11-km walk to Giant's Gate Falls and back lets you experience the track's magic without committing to the full hike. Then join our premium Nature Cruise on a spacious catamaran, purpose-built to get you closer to stunning waterfalls, wildlife, and cliff faces. Our expert onboard commentary, available in eight languages via a free app, shares captivating stories about the area's natural history and wildlife. Walk first with the 9am departure OR Cruise first with the 10.30am departure - both options offer a perfect blend of adventure and comfort in one of New Zealand's most spectacular locations. Experience the majesty of Milford Sound in two unique ways, all in one day.
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Meeting Point
For the 10:30am departure, please check in at the Southern Discoveries desk 15 minutes before departure. After your cruise, head to Deepwater Basin Boat Ramp by 12:45pm to meet your track transport for the Milford Track walk portion of your activity.
For the 9am departure, please arrive at Deepwater Basin Boat Ramp 15mins before your departure time to check in for your Track Transport. Your Cruise departs from the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal at 3:15 pm; please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure for check-in at the Southern Discoveries desk.
Special Instructions
9am Departure = Milford Track first at 9am then Nature Cruise at 3.15pm Arrive at Deepwater Basin Boat ramp 15 minutes prior. Look out for a Fiordland Outdoors sign near the water’s edge. This is your check in point for the water taxi to the start of the Milford track walk. After the walk make your way around to the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal and check in at the Southern Discoveries desk for your cruise. Ensure you check in 20 minutes prior to departure. 10.30am Departure = Nature Cruise first at 10.30am then Milford Track from 1pm Check in at the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal at the Southern Discoveries desk for your cruise. Ensure you check in 20 minutes prior to departure. After your cruise make your way around to Deepwater Basin Boat ramp. Look out for a Fiordland Outdoors sign near the water’s edge. This is your check in point for the water taxi to the start of the Milford track walk. Please note the water taxi will be transferring people back and forth from the track. If it’s not there when you arrive just wait at the sign, it won’t be too far away.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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