Boat Day Trips Christchurch

Located in Fiordland National Park, Piopiotahi Milford Sound is a must-do day trip from Queenstown. Part of the internationally acclaimed Te Wahipounamu UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area is rich in local history and jaw-dropping geography. The rugged beauty is a sight to behold, with Māori legend attributing its creation to Tū-te-raki-whanoa who carved the earth creating mountains, such as Mitre Peak (1692m), The Lion (1302m), and The Elephant (1517m), and lakes and sounds such as Te Anau, Milford, and Doubtful. With feats of engineering such as The Holmer Tunnel allowing route to these picturesque locations, this truly is the ultimate New Zealand experience.

Escaping the hustle and bustle of Queenstown, this tour combines several of New Zealand’s most coveted destinations in one-action packed day! You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that little bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget!

Queenstown - Departing New Zealand’s adventure capital, we drive through the infamous Devil’s Staircase on our way to Te Anau and Milford Sound.

Te Anau - At the edge of Fiordland National Park, Te Anau offers a glimpse into the spectacular scenery to come. We make a brief stop here before heading through to Milford Sound for our morning cruise.

Milford Sound - Passing through the Holmer Tunnel, we arrive into Milford Sound late morning. From here you embark on your cruise, taking in the sights of Mitre Peak, Stirling Falls, Lady Bowden Falls, among others. Picture perfect year round, rain or shine - we do recommend bringing a rain jacket regardless of the weather as the spray is real! Keep your eyes peeled on board as the fiord is a haven for wildlife - with Bottlenose and Dusky dolphins calling the area home, as do New Zealand fur seals, and penguins (though the penguins are a little tricker and rarer to spot!). On land, Kea and other native birds flourish in the beautiful native forest and surrounding cliff faces.

After your cruise and lunch, we take our time making our way back to Queenstown, making a stop at the famous Mirror Lakes, and for photo opportunities in Eglington Valley, Hollyford and a few other secret spots!

Queenstown - After a day exploring Milford Sound, we make our way back through the Remarkables to Queenstown. Rest assured that your camera roll will be jam packed with photos after this tour!