A once in a lifetime trip to the Milford Sound was something we’d wanted to do for a long time. Booking with Southern Discoveries seemed the safest option. They had good comms and instructions beforehand. Pick up was a bit delayed on the morning of because of mix ups with other guest picks and no shows. The delays made us miss a few stops which was a shame. We missed the first 2 hours of sights as the bus was steamed up, according to the driver we were “Guinea pigs” for a new bus they were trialling. The journey was spectacular thought perhaps imbalanced, some stops were too short and some too long. We arrived just in time for our departure but only because we skipped a few stops. The boat ride started with a lukewarm buffet which was limited for vegetarians and what followed was the beauty of the Milford Sound. 90 minutes zipped by with beautiful sights before we were back on the bus and on the 4 hours trip back to QT. The driver was very fast and made us quite travel sick which took away from the overall experience in the end.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Milford Sound Cruise of up to 2 hours
- Cruise near the waterfalls of Milford Sound and look for native wildlife
- Kiwi style afternoon tea
- FREE tea and coffee onboard the cruise
- Farm Tour in Te Anau of up to 1 hour duration
- Return transport from Queenstown to Milford Sound on premium coach
Excludes
- Appropriate child restraints are not provided by the operator and must be supplied by yourselves.
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Your driver will meet you at this location and have the lead travellers name on his manifest.
Return
- Your driver will meet you at this location and have the lead travellers name on his manifest.
Itinerary
Start location
Fiordland is a remote region known for its rugged landscape.
Stops dependant on timing on the day
Stops dependant on timing on the day
Stops dependant on timing on the day
Stops dependant on timing on the day
Cruise check in point
1692 metres
163 metres
151 metres
On the return from Milford Sound stop for the farm tour and afternoon tea.
Language Offered
Additional Info
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Reviews
Had the pleasure of hopping on the Farm and Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown. We had an absolutely fantastic time! From the scenic drive and learning about the farming in the Southland and capping it off with a magical cruise through Milford Sound! Chris the farmer sheared a sheep faster than I could grab my camera! Would highly recommend :)
Our visit to Woodstone Farm, just before heading to Milford Sound, was truly a highlight of our trip. Located in Te Anau, this hands-on experience at a working farm was something really special. We loved feeding the lambs, getting up close with the animals, and learning about daily farm life—it made the experience feel authentic and memorable. Watching the sheep shearing was fascinating and something we had never seen before. Then, continuing on to Milford Sound was nothing short of breathtaking. From the moment we arrived, we were surrounded by towering peaks, misty waterfalls, and a quiet, powerful beauty that makes you pause and take it all in. Cruising through the fjord, breathing in the fresh mountain air, and witnessing nature in its purest form was unforgettable. Photos truly don’t do this place justice—you have to experience it for yourself. If you’re traveling through New Zealand, both Woodstone Farm and Milford Sound are absolute musts and experiences you’ll carry with you long after your trip ends.
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