Milford Sound Self Drive & Boat Cruise
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August 2026
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Great trip on a nice boat with enjoyable crew. They offered large heavy duty rain jackets which helped for our rainy trip.
날씨가 좋았음. 운전을 엄청 오래 하니 버스투어도 한번 고려 해보는것도 좋음
What you can expect
Join Pure Milford (formerly JUCY Cruise) for an unforgettable scenic cruise in Milford Sound. Take in unrivalled views of the Eighth Wonder of the World with your friendly skipper and crew, including Milford Sound’s famous Stirling Falls and if you’re lucky, incredible Fiordland wildlife.
Pure Milford takes you on a tour of Milford Sound in a luxury catamaran, the Gem of the Sound or Maiden of Milford, with space to admire waterfalls and wildlife from a choice of 3 levels and the only glass roof vessel in the sound. Your local skipper provides a commentary on the history of Milford Sound, including its Maori significance and European settlement in the early 1800s. During your Milford Sound cruise, you have the opportunity for an impromptu shower on the outside deck of the Pure Milford catamaran as you get up close to the dramatic Stirling Falls.
Whatever the weather, Pure Milford in Milford Sound is an experience to remember with stunning waterfalls, wildlife and Fiordland rainforest. Your knowledgeable Milford Sound skipper knows all the hotspots for a glimpse of Milford Sound’s fur seals, bottlenose dolphins and the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin, so keep an eye out during the cruise.
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What you need to know
- 4.5 hour self-drive each way from Queenstown to Milford Sound
- 2 hour cruise in Milford Sound
- Knowledgeable and friendly skipper and crew
- Luxurious and spacious catamaran
- Allow 2 hours
- Departs at 1:30pm
- Departs from the main visitor terminal in Milford Sound
- Operates daily all year
- Allow approximately 4.5 hours one way to self-drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound, or 2.5 hours to self-drive from Te Anau
- Bring your camera, sunglasses and a rain jacket (even on a sunny day!)
- Child rates apply (5-14yrs)
- Infants (0-4yrs) travel free of charge
- Price includes Milford Sound Levy
- Milford Sound Tourism Ltd parking charges in the main car park - $25 for 5 hours
- Pure Milford also offer the option of return transport from Queenstown, so you can sit back and enjoy the Milford Sound scenery for a full day
- Bring cash to purchase refreshments on board - there is no ATM in Milford Sound, the last available ATM is in Te Anau
- Milford Sound is a great experience whatever the weather - if it's raining you will see a spectacular amount waterfalls
- Recommended to fill up your car with fuel in Te Anau
- Limited cellphone coverage in Milford Sound
Recent reviews
Great trip on a nice boat with enjoyable crew. They offered large heavy duty rain jackets which helped for our rainy trip.
날씨가 좋았음. 운전을 엄청 오래 하니 버스투어도 한번 고려 해보는것도 좋음
Absolutely amazing, the captain was very knowledgeable, and the cruise was fantastic. The ship was clean and tidy with plenty of room for all. Staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
