Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise from Te Anau

An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full length of this spectacular fiord to the Tasman Sea before anchoring for the night in sheltered Harrison Cove.

To begin, board your luxury coach in Te Anau where you can enjoy a spectacular journey along the Milford Road. Your coach driver provides an informative commentary and there is time for a photo stop and short walks along the way.

Upon arrival at Milford Sound, you will board the Milford Mariner for the overnight cruise. The vessel explores many points of interest, with plenty of time available to view waterfalls, rain forest, mountains and wildlife with the experienced nature guide on board.

The Milford Mariner offers you a very special dinner, bed and breakfast experience. With a nature guide at hand you can explore in the tender craft and kayaks or simply relax on deck. After the days activities, enjoy a delicious evening buffet in the spacious saloon before retiring to your private cabin. The Milford Mariner caters for visitors who enjoy comfort combined with activity. It has a spacious dinning saloon, observation lounge and large open deck areas for viewing the scenery of Milford Sound.

After reaching the open sea, subject to weather and favorable conditions the sails are hoisted for a period. The vessel returns to and anchors overnight in sheltered Harrison Cove. Activities include kayaking and exploring the shoreline on the tender craft. The overnight cruise includes a delicious three course buffet evening meal and hearty cooked breakfast. Beverages are sold at the licensed, on board bar. The next morning, following breakfast, there is further cruising before returning to the Milford Sound Wharf.

After disembarkation on the morning of the second day you will return to Te Anau by coach allowing time to reflect on the beauty of the morning scenery.

Schedule details

Departure Dates:

Departure Point:

Lakefront Drive, Te Anau

Departure Time:

• 12:45pm (October to April)
• 12:15pm (May and September)

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Private cabins with en suite bathrooms
• 3-course dinner
• Breakfast
• Use of kayaks
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions:

• Underwater Observatory entrance fee
• Drinks, fully licensed bar is available on cruise

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a bed
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Maximum capacity - sleeps 60
• There is no secure car parking at Milford Sound, but theft from vehicles in this area is extremely rare
• Vessel information: The cruise has spacious viewing decks, dining saloon, fully licensed bar and observation lounge.
• Need to bring: Non-slip shoes/ boots, waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent, swimwear (optional), camera, cash for bar and snacks. Overnight bag only required.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.