The Original Milford Sound Cruise. Getting You Closer To Waterfalls & Wildlife. 🏔️🐬 The Original Milford Sound cruise company, and still the best.
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Southern Discoveries has been operating in the 8th Wonder of the World - Milford Sound - for more than 60 years. Take a day trip to Milford Sound from Te Anau or Central Queenstown with our premium coach service or self-drive and explore the area on your own schedule. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime!
21/11/2024
Some call it the 8th Wonder of The World – we call it home.
With jaw-dropping cliffs and rainforests straight out of a fantasy novel, Milford Sound is mother nature’s biggest flex.
Whether you’re cruising its calm waters, conquering Fiordland’s epic trails, or just staring in awe (we get it, we do it too), Milford Sound will leave you speechless.
So, pack your bags, bring your sense of adventure, and discover why this is a New Zealand must-do.
19/11/2024
If you love an active holiday, we have the perfect day planned for you...
Explore 11 kilometres of the world-renowned Milford Track followed by a Nature Cruise in the 8th Wonder of the World. 🥾 + 🛳️ = 🫶
The Milford Track Day Walk gives you a taste of one of New Zealand’s most iconic hikes, beginning with a scenic boat ride with Fiordland Outdoors. that takes you into a lush rainforest, home to towering trees and vibrant birdlife.
Next, enjoy a relaxing Nature Cruise where you’ll be awe-struck by dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and an abundance of native wildlife, including seals and dolphins.
While many visitors use Te Anau as a pitstop on the way to Milford Sound, it can be the perfect base for exploring some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking landscapes.
Whether you’re a cruisey sightseer, nature enthusiast, or keen photographer, there are plenty of exciting day trips surrounding Te Anau.
Featuring:
Fiordland Outdoors.
Fiordland Jet
Westray Adventures - Horse treks and Quad Bikes
Fiordland i-SITE Visitor Centre
Southern Discoveries is the original Milford Sound cruise operator and provides the most options for exploring this iconic and internationally-renowned natural attraction. In Queenstown we offer the longest lake cruise, the iconic Mt Nicholas Farm Experience and the scenic Station 2 Station Cycle Tr...
07/11/2024
Ever wonder why rainbows appear by waterfalls? 🌈💦
It’s all about sunlight and water droplets! When sunlight hits the mist from the waterfall, it bends and reflects inside the droplets, splitting into vibrant colours.
To see the magic, you just need to be at the right angle. So, next time you're near a waterfall, keep an eye out for those beautiful arcs of colour.
04/11/2024
If you've been to Milford Sound, you know it can get 💦WET💦! But don’t fret if you arrive at the Cruise Terminal a little underprepared—we’ve got you covered!
Our ponchos are available for purchase right at the terminal, ensuring you stay dry during your cruise. Plus, they make an awesome souvenir to remember your adventure!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Milford Sound cruise is a must-do for anyone visiting New Zealand.
"The cruise takes you through breathtaking fjords, waterfalls, and towering cliffs, offering stunning views at every turn. The boat is comfortable and commentary is informative, enhancing the experience."
- Sam S, Trip Advisor Oct 2024
20/10/2024
Fiordland is a treasure trove of natural beauty and adventure. 🏔️
Fiordland National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, spans 1.2 million hectares of mountains, lakes, fiords, and rainforests. With such vast and rugged landscapes, it's unsurprising that many of its natural features remain unnamed.
📸 Douglas Thorne Photography
17/10/2024
14/10/2024
We’ve teamed up with Fiordland Outdoors. for an epic adventure that’s a delightful mashup of land and water! 🏔️💦
Kick off your day exploring the stunning Milford Track, soaking up all that Fiordland magic, and then glide into relaxation on a fabulous Nature Cruise to wrap it all up!
If you’re a nature lover looking to squeeze every drop of fun out of your Milford Sound experience, this is your ticket.
14/10/2024
We're not saying we told you so, but... 🤷♀️
Do you use AI like ChatGPT to help you plan your travel experiences?
13/10/2024
The hiking season for NZ's Great Walks ranges from October to April. If you’re planning on completing a Great Walk (or a shorter day walk) in Fiordland, we’ve got the details you need to know at the start of your planning journey!
Southern Discoveries is the original Milford Sound cruise operator and provides the most options for exploring this iconic and internationally-renowned natural attraction. In Queenstown we offer the longest lake cruise, the iconic Mt Nicholas Farm Experience and the scenic Station 2 Station Cycle Tr...
10/10/2024
Flights with Southern Alps Air from Wanaka to Milford Sound depart daily. Get ready for an unforgettable day of exploring the South Island's stunning landscapes and breathtaking fiords. ⛰️
07/10/2024
Hey Siri, play Waterfalls by TLC.
Did you know that there are only two permanent waterfalls in Milford Sound? Bowen Falls and Stirling Falls. However, there are hundreds of temporary waterfalls that appear during or after a heavy rainfall (which happens often). 💦
07/10/2024
Day trip to Milford Sound = $223*
Road trip snacks = $15
Embracing the rainy days with your best mate and capturing it all on camera = priceless
*Our October early bird sale is on now. Get 20% off 6:30am departures from Queenstown and 9:30am departures from Te Anau.
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Southern Discoveries is the original Milford Sound cruise operator and provides the most options for exploring this iconic and internationally-renowned natural attraction. Based in the South Island of New Zealand, we offer visitors the longest and most in-depth Milford Sound Cruise, kayaking in one of the fiord’s most tranquil settings, an amazing underwater observatory, guided day trips by coach or scenic flight and more.
In world-famous Queenstown, you can join us on the longest lake cruise which takes you further than anyone else to discover hidden views and unique experiences.
However you like to explore, we’ll take your further, closer and deeper for an adventure you’ll never forget.
Conservation
Southern Discoveries is passionate about preserving Milford Sound’s beauty for future generations which is why it’s a key partner in a major conservation project – the Sinbad Sanctuary Project.
The aim is to see the valley of New Zealand’s most photographed mountain (Sinbad Gully is at the base of Mitre Peak) become a sanctuary for native species.
Southern Discoveries is proud to partner with the Fiordland Conservation Trust and Department of Conservation to establish a pest control programme to help threatened birds, lizards and invertebrate species in the valley to increase in number
