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Combo & SAVE -Queenstown Wine Tour & Milford Sound Nature Cruise

$377

Discover the best of New Zealand with a two-day adventure combining a Queenstown wine tour and a Milford Sound Nature Cruise. Spend one day savouring Central Otago’s finest wines and another day exploring the breathtaking Milford Sound. Choose your order—wine first or cruise first—for the ultimate tailored experience.

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Combo & SAVE -Queenstown Wine Tour & Milford Sound Coach and Nature Cruise

$485

Embark on a two-day journey blending Queenstown's wine elegance with Milford Sound's natural grandeur. Indulge in Central Otago's premium wines on one day, and traverse Fiordland's breathtaking landscapes via coach and cruise the next. Customise your experience by selecting the sequence that suits your preferences.

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Combo & Save – Milford Sound Nature Cruise and Shotover Jet

$312

Explore two iconic destinations in one epic combo! Cruise through the awe-inspiring Milford Sound on a Nature Cruise—get up close to waterfalls, stunning cliffs, and wildlife. Then, feel the thrill the next day in Queenstown as you blast through narrow canyons on the legendary Shotover Jet.

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Combo & Save – Milford Sound Coach & Cruise and Shotover Jet

$420

Experience the best of Queenstown and Milford Sound in one unforgettable combo! Relax on a scenic Milford Sound Coach & Nature Cruise, then crank up the excitement the next day with the world-famous Shotover Jet adventure.

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Combo & Save – Milford Sound Coach & Cruise and Fiordland Jet

$395

Two epic days in Fiordland! Starting in Te Anau, take a coach journey to Milford Sound to meet your Milford Sound cruise. The next day, speed across Lake Manapouri and the Waiau River on a fun-filled jet boat ride.

Available to book from 1st September 2025

Combo & Save – Milford Sound Nature Cruise and Fiordland Jet

$332

Two days, two boat trips, two unique adventures. Discover the best of Fiordland's lakes, fiords, and rivers with this Milford Sound Cruise + Fiordland Jet Boat Combo.

Available to book from 1st September 2025

FAQ

Do you have a webcam in Milford Sound?

Yes, you can view how the weather and day looks. Check out our webcam here.

How long does it take to drive from Queenstown to a Milford Sound cruise?

It typically takes around 5 hours to drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound. Please allow extra time for road works and the Homer Tunnel traffic lights.

How long does it take to drive to a Milford Sound cruise from Te Anau?

We advise to allow 2.5 hours to drive from Te Anau to a Milford Sound cruise. There are various scenic stops along the way so we recommend allowing plenty of time.

Where is your desk?

Inside the Visitor Terminal. Once inside turn right and you will see the Southern Discoveries front desk.

What is included in the buffet lunch?

Our To Kai lunch includes a range of meats, salads and seasonal vegetables with hot and cold options available. We can cater to most dietary requirements - please note this on your booking. All our meat is certified halal.

I’m an agent and want to start booking groups with you, who should I talk to?

Please contact sales@southerndiscoveries.co.nz

Do you pick up from local accommodation in Queenstown or Te Anau?

Yes! For Milford cruise and coach tours, we pick up from central Queenstown accommodation. Make sure you indicate your pick-up point when booking your coach online. Unfortunately we do not pick up from Te Anau accommodation and ask that you make your way to the Te Anau Visitor Centre. If you have not indicated a pick-up point for your Queenstown accommodation, the driver will expect you to check-in and board Queenstown Visitor Centre.

Is it worth going to Milford/Doubtful Sounds on a wet day?

Milford Sound is the wettest place in New Zealand and one of the wettest places in the world! Many visitors are shocked to know that this true world wonder actually measures its rainfall in metres (and not millimetres like most of the world.) In fact, in 2016 Milford Sound received over nine metres of rain! Doubtful Sound is also rainy with an average of 3-6 metres of rain per year. Both fiords are magnificent to visit in rainy weather due to the significant amount of waterfalls. The fiords come alive with water streaming down sheer cliffs - a magical sight not to be missed.

How likely are we to see wildlife in Fiordland?

Although we cannot guarantee wildlife viewing, it is very likely that you will see the New Zealand fur seal, and likely more than just one or two! Dolphins are often sighted swimming alongside cruise vessels. Two species of penguins make Milford Sound their home at various times throughout the year. Little blue penguins and the Fiordland crested penguin - known at the Tawaki. Often hard to find and see, it is always a delight to spot them when we do.

How long does it take to travel to Milford Sound?

It takes approximately five hours to get to Milford from Queenstown depending on the time of year and road conditions. It takes approximately two hours to get to the Sound from Te Anau. You can drive a car or campervan or take a coach tour. We always recommend allowing plenty of time to get to Milford as the journey there is as spectacular as the cruise itself.

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0800 264 536

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+64 3 441 1137

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