Travel Detail

Travel by coach to Milford Sound. Depart from the Milford Wharf aboard the Milford Mariner, and cruise the length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea. Explore many points of interest including waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife with the experienced nature guide on board. Upon reaching the open sea, subject to weather and favourable conditions the sails are hoisted for a period.

The vessel then returns and anchors overnight in sheltered Harrison Cove. Activities include kayaking and exploring the shoreline on the tender craft. The cruise includes a delicious three course buffet evening meal, and a hearty cooked breakfast. Beverages are sold at the licensed on board bar. Following breakfast, further cruising time before returning to the Milford Wharf, and coaching back to Queenstown. Activities include kayaking and exploring the shoreline on the tender craft. Overnight cruise includes a three-course buffet evening meal and beverages are available for purchased at the licensed on board bar.

For the ultimate Milford Sound experience, spend the night aboard the Mariner and wake up to the dawn of a new day in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Depart from the Milford Sound wharf in the late afternoon and cruise the full length of Milford Sound accompanied by a specialist nature guide. They'll explain the history and geology of the area and be on hand to answer your questions. The cruise style is relaxed, allowing plenty of time to view the fiord's spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife - you're bound to encounter seals and if you're lucky maybe dolphin and penguins.

Meal Plan: Room Only

The Heritage Queenstown offers enchanting views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkable Mountain Range. A short distance from the town centre, this unique European style lodge is surrounded by native forest in the heart of New Zealand's alpine wonderland. Crafted from centuries old schist and cedar, The Heritage Queenstown is the perfect place to relax in comfortable yet sophisticated surroundings. The Heritage offers a choice of 178 luxury rooms, including traditional deluxe hotel accommodation and spacious 1 or 2 bedroom Suites. Each room is thoughtfully decorated, featuring individual touches which reflect unique high country origins.

This morning following a cooked or continental breakfast, there is further cruising before returning to the Milford Wharf. Reboard your coach for your return journey to Queenstown.