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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery

Milford Sound Visitor Centre, 1 Milford Sound Highway, 9679 Milford Sound, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.9/10! (score from 65 reviews)

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9.5
Exceptional
66 reviews

This was an incredible experience! The scenery was absolutely fantastic.

Lynn United States of America

Absolutely amazing experience - the crew (Carl, Chris, Drew, Jack and Sarge) were all welcoming, fun and attentive. The kayaking was an awesome experience, the food was divine and the scenery is like no other. We also had the chance to go swimming! would highly recommend going aboard this tour!

Mr Australia

The boat, the scenery, the crew, the food, are all amazing. Do this trip! You will not be disappointed!

Betsy United States of America

amazing! magical! boat was very clean, food was great and plentiful. the staff were super friendly. very accommodating w food allergies. even dried our wet clothes!

Thomas United States of America

Milford Sound is incredible. If you would like to enjoy it in style, this is the way to do it.

Stephen Australia

Our overnight cruise in Milford Sound was very memorable. Skipper Carl was amazing with his knowledge of the area as well as his friendly, approachable demeanour

Blaine Canada

Experience was fantastic! Great customer service, incredible on-board services and good food. We had an issue with the road being closed because of snow, waited for hours for the road to open and still had a great time in the sound with these folks.

Lopes United States of America

We're so glad we chose to stay on the Fiordland Discovery. It was a great experience with plenty of wildlife and things to do. Cozy facilities and friendly staff. I would highly recommend this as part of your NZ experience!

Brittany United States of America

We had high expectations for the Fiordland Discovery cruise. All of them were exceeded. The Fiordland Jewel is spacious and very comfortable. The crew were friendly, informative and very professional. The food was excellent. Milford Sound itself is magnificent. We could have stayed on the boat and done it all again. The skipper, Dave and crew, Jack, Drew and Chris spoiled us all and made us feel special. I would strongly recommend a Fiordland Discovery cruise to anyone.

Charles United Kingdom

Such a wonderful opportunity.... we were not able to cruise Milford Sound due to the damage to H94 three weeks prior, however the company moved the boat to Doubtful Sound and we were given the option of paying 300nzd each to go to and fro the boat by helicopter. We decided to go with this option as we had never been on a helicopter so it added to the experience for us. All in all it isn’t a cheap experience but would I do it again ? Yes I would it was a lovely treat at toward the end of a busy three week schedule. Food was excellent, typical of a cruise always available. My partner rated the shower power as ‘number one’ in the 12 stops we had along the way! We only had 10 on our trip which was great? Interesting mix of people to engage with.

Helen United Kingdom
9.5
Exceptional
66 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “This was an incredible experience! The scenery was absolutely fantastic.”
    Lynn Lynn United States of America United States of America
  • “Absolutely amazing experience - the crew (Carl, Chris, Drew, Jack and Sarge) were all welcoming, fun and attentive.”
    Mr Mr Australia Australia
  • “The boat, the scenery, the crew, the food, are all amazing. Do this trip! You will not be disappointed!”
    Betsy Betsy United States of America United States of America
  • “amazing! magical! boat was very clean, food was great and plentiful. the staff were super friendly. very accommodating w food allergies. even dried our wet clothes!”
    Thomas Thomas United States of America United States of America
  • “Milford Sound is incredible. If you would like to enjoy it in style, this is the way to do it.”
    Stephen Stephen Australia Australia
  • “Our overnight cruise in Milford Sound was very memorable. Skipper Carl was amazing with his knowledge of the area as well as his friendly, approachable demeanour”
    Blaine Blaine Canada Canada
  • “Experience was fantastic! Great customer service, incredible on-board services and good food.”
    Lopes Lopes United States of America United States of America
  • “We're so glad we chose to stay on the Fiordland Discovery. It was a great experience with plenty of wildlife and things to do. Cozy facilities and friendly staff.”
    Brittany Brittany United States of America United States of America
  • “We had high expectations for the Fiordland Discovery cruise. All of them were exceeded. The Fiordland Jewel is spacious and very comfortable. The crew were friendly, informative and very professional....”
    Charles Charles United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Such a wonderful opportunity.... we were not able to cruise Milford Sound due to the damage to H94 three weeks prior, however the company moved the boat to Doubtful Sound and we were given the option...”
    Helen Helen United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 9.8
  • Facilities 9.7
  • Cleanliness 9.8
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location 9.9
High score for Milford Sound

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Fiordland Discovery offers a scenic overnight boat cruise around New Zealand's iconic Milford Sound. Guests can enjoy spectacular views of the towering peaks and waterfalls, and spot local wildlife, including seals and penguins, from the boat.

You can enjoy a soak in the on-board hot tub, or relax in your private heated cabin. Continental or cooked breakfasts and a 3-course dinner are provided. Additional beverages are available from the cash bar and complimentary tea/coffee is available throughout your cruise.

Guests can also enjoy a variety of additional activities, including kayaking or tender-boat excursions. You can view the fascinating sea life beneath the surface with underwater footage captured by their Remote Operating Vehicle (ROV).

Each luxury cabin has an private bathroom and is individually climate controlled with both heating and air-conditioning.

Luxury round trip land transfers from both Queenstown or Te Anau are available upon request, for an additional charge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 29, 2015

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Parking Available On Site

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

9.5
Exceptional · 66 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.8
  • Facilities 9.7
  • Cleanliness 9.8
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location 9.9
High score for Milford Sound

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lynn
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “This was an incredible experience! The scenery was absolutely fantastic.”
  • Mr
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Absolutely amazing experience - the crew (Carl, Chris, Drew, Jack and Sarge) were all welcoming, fun and attentive. The kayaking was an awesome experience, the food was divine and the scenery is like no other. We also had the chance to go swimming!...”
  • Betsy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The boat, the scenery, the crew, the food, are all amazing. Do this trip! You will not be disappointed!”
  • Thomas
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “amazing! magical! boat was very clean, food was great and plentiful. the staff were super friendly. very accommodating w food allergies. even dried our wet clothes!”
  • Stephen
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Milford Sound is incredible. If you would like to enjoy it in style, this is the way to do it.”
  • Blaine
    CanadaCanada
    “Our overnight cruise in Milford Sound was very memorable. Skipper Carl was amazing with his knowledge of the area as well as his friendly, approachable demeanour”
  • Lopes
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Experience was fantastic! Great customer service, incredible on-board services and good food. We had an issue with the road being closed because of snow, waited for hours for the road to open and still had a great time in the sound with these folks.”
  • Brittany
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We're so glad we chose to stay on the Fiordland Discovery. It was a great experience with plenty of wildlife and things to do. Cozy facilities and friendly staff. I would highly recommend this as part of your NZ experience!”
  • Charles
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “We had high expectations for the Fiordland Discovery cruise. All of them were exceeded. The Fiordland Jewel is spacious and very comfortable. The crew were friendly, informative and very professional. The food was excellent. Milford Sound itself is...”
  • Helen
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Such a wonderful opportunity.... we were not able to cruise Milford Sound due to the damage to H94 three weeks prior, however the company moved the boat to Doubtful Sound and we were given the option of paying 300nzd each to go to and fro the boat...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Do people subject to motion sickness typically get seasick on the ship? If so, what do you recommend to help with that condition?
    We operate mostly within the fiord, which is usually beautifully sheltered, but if you are prone to seasickness I would advise to bring seasickness medication with you just as a precaution. If we venture out of the mouth of the sound a little further, we would only do so in calm weather anyway. Deep water basin, where we anchor for the night is also very sheltered.
    Answered on January 27, 2020
  • Do you have a private room with a bathroom for 2 people? Or is this room shared with others? What is the cost?
    Our boat, The Fiordland Jewel has nine (9) private climate-controlled cabins, all with ensuite bathrooms, and majestic fiord and sea views. Rates are depending on the date you would like to cruise with us.
    Answered on January 27, 2020
  • Hi can we arrange round trip transport from Queenstown?
    Yes we operate a transfer from Queenstown to Milford Sound, round trip. We pick up at your Queenstown accommodation around 9am and return the follow day mid afternoon. The cost is NZD200 per person. Please advise us to add to your booking.
    Answered on May 16, 2022
Area info *
Excellent location – show map
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Amenities of Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Bar
Activities
  • Canoeing
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Check-out

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 6 and up are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

FAQs about Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery

  • Room options at Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Quad

  • The prices at Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery is 1,300 feet from the center of Milford Sound.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery on this page.

  • Yes, Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Canoeing

  • Check-in at Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.

  • Guests staying at Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental