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Milford Sound
Coach / Cruise / Scenic Flight

Experience Milford Sound from every perspective with our premium Coach / Cruise / Fly experience in partnership with our friends at Southern Discoveries.

Travel by coach through alpine landscapes, cruise beneath towering waterfalls, then take in unforgettable views on a scenic flight back to Queenstown in our luxury Cessna aircraft.

Highlights.

  • With three modes of transport (land, sea and air) this is the ‘holy grail’ of Milford Sound experiences.
  • Depart Queenstown onboard a premium glass-roof coach and enjoy panoramic views as you travel the scenic Milford Road.
  • Enjoy scenic stops along the Milford Road, with opportunities for short walks and photos along the way showcasing the best of Fiordland.
  • Once there, you’ll join a Nature Cruise and soak up the cascading waterfalls (including famous Stirling Falls), towering cliffs and wildlife of the fiord.
  • A picnic lunch is included in this experience. This consists of a sandwich, cheese and crackers, seasonal fresh fruit, crisps, a cookie, and a small chocolate bar.
  • On conclusion of the cruise, you’ll be joined by your Air Milford pilot who will guide you on a short nature walk (time permitting) to the Milford airstrip.
  • Return to Queenstown on a 40 minute scenic flight, onboard a luxury Cessna aircraft with large viewing windows.
  • Relax and enjoy fantastic aerial views of the Southern Alps, glacier-fed rivers, and alpine lakes enroute.
  • Hear engaging insights throughout the day from experienced drivers and pilots who bring Fiordland’s landscapes and history to life.

 


Support conservation with every booking. When you fly or cruise with Air Milford, you can opt to make a voluntary donation to offset your carbon footprint. All contributions go towards local tree-planting and conservation projects in the Wakatipu Basin.
TOUR INCLUDES
  • Coach trip to Milford Sound with Southern Discoveries
  • Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Southern Discoveries
  • A picnic lunch whilst cruising the fiord
  • Free tea & coffee on board the cruise
  • Scenic Flight Milford Sound to Queenstown with Air Milford.
  • Informative commentary from your experienced pilot
  • Pick up / drop off from your Queenstown CBD accommodation.
  • Personalised service from a scenic flight specialist with 50+ years’ experience and a 100% safety record.
TIMETABLE & PRICING

Departs Daily

6:30AM Coach departure from Queenstown
3.30pm Flight departure from Milford Sound

Adult: $914 | Child: $644 (Includes a picnic lunch)


 

Temporary Fuel Surcharge
From 13 April 2026, a temporary fuel surcharge of $59 per person will be added at checkout and is not included in the above listed prices. For more information, please click here to visit our FAQs.


Prices listed are NZD. Valid 01 October 2026 – 30 September 2027.

 

TOUR DURATION

Duration

A Full Day Experience / Allow 10 hours


Coach Time

Approximately 5 hours

Flight Time

40 minutes


Cruise Time

1 hour 45 minutes (approx)


Approximate arrival time back to Queenstown is 4.30pm.

Travelling with Children? 
For the safety of younger travelers and in line with New Zealand law, all infants and children under 7 years must travel in an approved child seat on Southern Discoveries coaches. Child seats can be hired if needed — we recommend contacting Tots on Tour at +64 3 442 0409 to arrange this in advance.

If the Weather Isn’t Flyable?
Please note if the weather is unfavourable on the day this becomes a coach/cruise/coach experience.

Milford Sound is home to New Zealand fur seals and bottlenose dolphins year-round. During the breeding (August–November) and moulting (March–April) seasons, you may also spot the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin.

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