Milford Sound VIP Nature Cruise Small Group ex Te Anau
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound with an exclusive small-group experience that includes transport and a nature cruise. Departing from Te Anau, travel in a customized glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter designed for just 12 guests, ensuring comfort and panoramic views. Upon arrival, enjoy priority boarding for your Nature Cruise, featuring the Captain's VIP Lounge where you can savor stunning views of Stirling Falls and the surrounding cliffs. With all-inclusive food and beverages served onboard, you can relax and enjoy the company of NZ fur seals, and other wildlife throughout your journey. - Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 guests for personalized experiences - Travel in a luxury glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter with onboard amenities - Priority boarding and access to the Captain's VIP Lounge during the cruise - All-inclusive food and drinks served onboard, including beer and wine
Your experience
Stop 1
This is where you begin your journey
Stop 2
One of the potential stops on the way to Milford. Eglinton Valley - a stunning glacial valley framed by mountains and golden tussock grasslands.
Stop 3
Lake Gunn is a glacial lake sitting right on the Milford Road
Stop 4
One of the potential stops on the way to Milford. A gentle walk beside a lake that can perfectly reflect the surrounding Earl Mountains when weather permits.
Stop 5
The Cleddau River was named by early European explorer John Grono after the river in his home country of Wales
Stop 6
One of the potential stops on the way to Milford. Monkey Creek is a glacier-fed spring with water so pure you can drink it straight from the source.
Stop 7
The Homer Tunnel took 19 years to build through solid rock, and before it opened in 1954, there was no road access to Milford Sound at all.
Stop 8
This is where you will join your Milford Sound Cruise.
Stop 9
Mitre Peak rises almost sheer from the water to 1,690 metres.
Stop 10
Bowen Falls is one of only two permanent waterfalls in Milford Sound and, at 162 metres.
Stop 11
Sinbad Gully is home to the Sinbad skink, one of the rarest lizards in the world.
Stop 12
Stirling Falls drops 151 metres directly into the fiord — three times the height of Niagara Falls.
What’s included
- Multi-lingual app for commentary available: App Store and Google Play search Southern Discoveries
- USB & USB-C charging ports on board the Mercedes Sprinter
- Return transport from Te Anau to Milford Sound on 12 seater glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter
- Informative commentary provided by local driver
- Access to the Captain’s VIP Lounge - a private onboard cabin and viewing deck
- Milford Sound Nature Cruise of up to 2 hours
- Priority boarding onto the Milford Sound Nature Cruise
- Dedicated host & all-inclusive food and beverages served onboard (beer, wine and non-alcoholic)
Not included
- Alcohol will not be served on Christmas Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, East Monday or Anzac Day
Meeting and pickup
Please make your way to the Te Anau i-SITE for check-in. Once checked in, the team will advise where to wait for your driver.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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