Fjord Days · SOUTHLAND FJORD TOURS
Every trip has one spare day too few. These 5 southland fjord tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Take a short boat ride from Deepwater Basin to Sandfly Point, then follow the flat Milford Track through beech and rimu forest to Giant Gate Falls. You set the pace, with clear directions and helpful boat drivers such as Geoff. Allow up to 3.5 hours, and bring food, water, and sandfly protection.
“We got such good service from the driver Knowledgeable and friendly”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound in a small aircraft with a guaranteed window seat, then cruise beneath waterfalls and near Mitre Peak. Pilots such as Andrew, Jason, Laura, and Hamish provide commentary, while the boat crew points out seals, dolphins, birds, and local history.
“Absolutely beautiful, the whole experience from A to Z! Thanks to all the friendly staff and very knowledgeable pilot, Tamiway.”
Travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound in a small Mercedes van with panoramic windows, stopping at Mirror Lakes, Knobs Flat, and Eglinton Valley. Cruise the fiord for two hours, then fly back over Fiordland. Guides such as James and Shelly add useful local stories.
“There was a mix-up at the beginning: I was promised a hotel near by pick-up, then I received an sms that there was a central pick-up, when I complained I was promised the hotel pick-up, at the pick-up time I was called why I am not at the central pick-up point, at last I was picked-up at the hotel”
Travel from Te Anau to Milford Sound in a heated coach with reclining seats, extra legroom, and a glass roof. Stop at Mirror Lakes and a rainforest boardwalk, then enjoy reserved window seating on a nature cruise with English commentary, waterfalls, seals, and possible dolphins.
“God entusiastisk guide. God båd tur med masser af smuk natur”
Travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound in a small group with guided stops along Milford Road, then cruise past Mitre Peak, waterfalls, seals, dolphins, and seasonal penguins. Guides such as Alaina, Shelly, James, and Chelsea have led recent departures. Bring lunch, as none is sold at the terminal.
“James was great! He did a wonderful tour with lots of great fun facts and made the long drive more enjoyable.”
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