Milford Sound Overnight Cruise

This cruise departs daily from Milford Sound Wharf at 03.30pm (tour departs 1 hour later between Dec-Feb)

With specialist nature guides on board, the Milford Mariner Overnight Cruise offers a close-up experience of Milford Sound’s rainforest, soaring rock walls, and wildlife. Throughout the cruise, the guides share stories of the fiord’s history and are happy to answer your questions. Cruises have a flexible itinerary that allows plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and to pause to view highlights. Cruise so close to waterfalls that water soaks the foredeck, or drift gently while watching out for dolphins, seals and penguins.

The Milford Mariner offers a relaxed environment, where you can do as much or as little as you like. Kayaking and tender craft (small boat) excursions are complimentary and available to all guests. If relaxation is more your style, then you can choose to soak up the views from the deck, read a book, or interact with our knowledgeable crew. As evening falls, enjoy a lavish three course buffet carvery in the dining saloon. Evening dining includes a three-course meal (vegetarian option available – please advise if required at the time of booking). Then relax in the company of fellow travellers or indulge in some star-gazing before retiring to your private cabin. In the morning enjoy a choice of cooked and continental breakfast, served in the dinning saloon.

The Mariner has 28 cabins with ensuite bathrooms (16 cabins with twin single beds, 12 cabins with double beds). Bed linen, duvet, towel and pillow are provided.

One overnight bag only to be brought on board for passenger convenience and safety reasons. Limited lock-up storage facilities are available at the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal, Milford Sound. It is advisable to bring swim wear, sunscreen, sun hat, comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing, a change of clothes for kayaking, insect repellant and camera.

The Milford Mariner is a purpose built vessel designed to replicate a traditional trading scow and is perfectly suited to cruising the fiords.

Length/Beam/Draft: 38m/10m/2.75m
Max Displacement: 693 Gross tonnage
Engines: 2 x 6AYM 484KW Yanmar
Cruising Speed: 11 knots
Overnight Capacity: 64 passengers
Spacious Viewing Decks: Three
Commenced Service: October 2000
Sails: Gaff rigged