Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown - Mitre Peak
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August 2026
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What you can expect
If you're looking for a small, intimate cruise of the world renowned Milford Sound, Mitre Peak Cruises is the one for you. Be amazed by the incredible views of Milford, one of the most surreal and stunning places in the world. The smaller Mitre Peak boats allow you to get up close to spots that the larger boats aren't able to giving you an unparalleled viewing experience.
The coach trip
- You will travel in comfort, style and luxury by coach from Queenstown to Milford and back. The friendly and knowledgeable drivers are there to ensure you don’t miss anything with stops at multiple scenic spots. You will board the boat at mid day, embarking on a cruise that will astound you. On your way back, the boat will make a refreshment stop in the lovely Te Anau before heading on to Queenstown for the remainder of the journey.
The boat ride
- The knowledgeable guides will provide you with informative commentary and fascinating facts whilst alerting you to notable sights including the 160 metre Bowen falls, the quintessential valley the Sinbad Gully, magnificent Mount Pembroke with its snow-capped peak and the grand Mitre Peak, which, starting from the ocean floor, measures a staggering 1,692 metres.
The boat offers you the perfect vantage point to view endangered fur seals, once almost extinct due to hunting, the elusive Fiordland crested penguins and playful dusky dolphins.
Milford is a sight to behold come rain or shine!
Location
What you need to know
- Luxury return coach transfers from Queenstown including hotel pick ups
- Exceptional service from friendly staff
- 2hr boat cruise of Milford Sound
- Knowledgeable guides & informative commentary
- Complimentary tea & coffee
- Free hot soup during winter cruises
- Allow 12 hours return from Queenstown (2hrs on the boat)
- 7:00am (from Queenstown returns approx 7:00pm)
- Pick up from your Queenstown accommodation
- Operates daily all year
- It's a long way to go from Queenstown to Milford Sound. Is it worth it?? Yes. Milford Sound is one of the must see locations in New Zealand and the coach ride from Queenstown is spectacular. You can always have a sleep on the way back after your boat tour.
- Purpose built, all weather vessels offer superior comfort & personalised service
- Maximum capacity on board the boat is 75 passengers. We limit our numbers to keep our cruises uncrowded enhancing your enjoyment & appreciation of this spectacular wilderness area
- Lunch must be booked in advance (vegetarian option available) or you can bring your own
- Complimentary tea & coffee
- Child (4-14yrs) & infant (0-3yrs) rates apply
- Milford Sound is located 4.5hrs drive from Queenstown & 2.5hrs from Te Anau
- If you wish to drive yourself to Milford Sound then you can book just 2hr boat cruise of Milford Sound without the coach
Recent reviews
Andy, our guide, was so versed with all his facts and stories of the whole region. He included and encouraged all of us to participate in communicating. He was fun to have guiding us on the trip.
