Pure Milford and their jovial crew welcome you aboard a modern and spacious catamaran for an atmospheric cruise in magical Milford Sound!

Pure Milford and their jovial crew welcome you aboard a modern and spacious catamaran for an atmospheric cruise in magical Milford Sound!

Highlights

  • Enjoy a *1hr 45min cruise through ancient rainforest, towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls with world famous views
  • Learn plenty of Fiordland facts from our famously friendly skipper and crew
  • Soak up the scenery and spot local flora and fauna from your choice of large viewing decks on our spacious catamaran
  • Free tea and coffee throughout the cruise with an onboard Cafe Bar serving hot and cold food and beverages
  • Feel the spray of a glacial shower from Stirling Falls if you dare!

Enjoy a hassle free, uncrowded and comfortable cruise through magnificent Milford Sound.

Marvel at the magic of Milford from every angle through large windows, spacious viewing decks and from TV screens projecting live outdoor footage from HD cameras.

Visit the sun deck for those 360 vast views, explore the large outdoor viewing decks, settle into the comfortable seating indoors, or relax in the shelter of the covered rear deck.

Keep an eye out for fur seals lounging rocks, playful dolphins who come to surf the wake of the boat, and if you're steeped in Fiordland fortune, you may even spot the Fiordland Crested penguin!

Enjoy proper Kiwi hospitality from our superb social Pure Milford crew, ensuring the best atmosphere in the Fiord!

Visit the skipper for a chat in the open wheelhouse, or join the crew to feel the glacial spray on the front deck as the bow noses close to Stirling Falls.

Free tea and coffee are available throughout the cruise, as well as an assortment of beers, wines, hot and cold food and refreshments available for purchase from the onboard Cafe / Bar.

Join the Pure Milford family at Milford Sound for the scenic cruise of a lifetime!

Adult $176.00 (12:00pm time. Ages 15+)
Adult 9.30am $152.00 (Ages 15+)
Adult $176.00 (1.30pm time. Ages 15+)
Child $67.00 (Aged 5-14 years)
Infant $0.00 (Aged 0-4 years )

What's included

  • *1hr 45min cruise (approximately)
  • Informative commentary from the skipper and crew.
  • Tea and coffee.
  • Get up close and personal with Stirling Falls!

Location

  • Milford Sound Boat Terminal
  • Milford Sound. Approximately 5 hours drive time from Queenstown.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Child price applies to ages 5-14 years. Passengers ages of 4 and under are considered infants. Infants MUST be booked with an Adult.

    Please note if you are driving to Milford from Queenstown you will need to allow around 5 hours travel time.

    Please check back to this page for discount deals and specials as they aren't always available on the Bookme home page.

Available Bookings from21 Jul to 3 Aug 2026

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  • Child$67.00
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  • emergencyStunning views of Milford Sound (45 people said this)
  • emergencyFriendly and entertaining crew (38 people said this)
  • emergencyInformative commentary throughout the cruise (30 people said this)
  • emergencyComfortable and spacious boat (25 people said this)
  • emergencyFree hot drinks onboard were a hit (20 people said this)
  • emergencyGreat value for money, highly recommended (22 people said this)
  • star_shineBring a rain jacket, as the weather can change quickly.
    Arrive early to secure good seating and enjoy the views.
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sojanc from New Zealand wrote on 18 July 2026

Pure Milford – Milford Sound Cruise Experience

Good experience, Crew were good, Free coffee from the coffee machine. but i would say the price can be a bit more cheaper for families, which will bring more people to milford. The parking is expensive, for the tourist coming for around the world after paying expensive air ticket and travel, so cheaper the price is more will visit. i know that the cruises probably are always busy, but the whole area will have more exposure when more people visits.

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Kathleen Berriman from New Zealand wrote on 04 July 2026

Brilliant

Absolutely recommend doing these cruises. Stunning scenery and you learn about the land along the way. Fantastic photos to be taken aswell. 1000% do it, you wont regret it! 👌

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Tut Techasrisuko from Thailand wrote on 24 June 2026

One day trip

Great experience. Very nice crews. Highly recommended.

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PeiYee Leong from Malaysia wrote on 22 June 2026

Worth Every Moment

I booked the Pure Milford – Milford Sound Cruise several months before the departure date, and the entire experience was smooth and memorable from start to finish. From the booking process, boarding, cruising, and disembarkation, everything was well organized and seamless. The captain and crew were friendly, knowledgeable, and approachable throughout the journey. One crew member who was stationed on the outdoor deck even alerted us when dolphins were spotted nearby, which made the experience even more special. It was truly an enjoyable and unforgettable cruise. Although we visited on a dry day and did not get to see the famous "thousands" of waterfalls, the trip was still absolutely worth it. The breathtaking scenery, majestic mountains, and stunning sea views made for an incredible experience that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Milford Sound.

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Abbie Tudor from New Zealand wrote on 21 June 2026

Absolutely amazing experience, highly recommend

This was one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life, even through the weather was bad it was still super epic. They also have free hot drinks and delicious pies :)

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