Small Group Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown including lunch

Join Altitude Tours for a top-rated small group Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown. When travelling on our small group tour, you can get up close with some of the most iconic scenery and wildlife in Fiordland, on an once in a liftime to the world-famous Milford Sound.

Your Adventure Begins

Meeting our friendly local guide at or near your Queenstown accommodation, you'll travel in style in a premium Mercedes Sprinter van with only 16 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through Southland farming country, and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for a coffee and bathroom break.

Welcome to the Fiordland National Park

Welcome to the Fiordland National Park, and the renowned Milford Road. This unforgettable journey into the fjord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its rugged mountains, rushing rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, we will make multiple stops for photos,  walks, and your guide will entertain you with fascinating local information and stories.

Milford Sound Adventure

When we arrive in Milford Sound, we embark on a 2 hour nature cruise that takes you around the towering peaks of the fjord. This is a small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allowing you to explore the fjord up close, revealing its  waterfalls and unique wildlife, which can include dolphins, penguins,  seals, and native NZ birdlife.

The Journey Back

After your cruise, you will rejoin the van for the return journey back to Queenstown, arriving in the evening around 7:30pm. This day tour spans approximately 12-13 hours, and our smaller vehicles and attentive guide ensure your comfort and entertainment throughout the journey.