Milford Track & Sound Cruise with Mitre Peak Cruises

You've got Milford Sound covered with these two great products, creating the unforgettable Milford Sound experience in one great value package. It is a fantastic way to see both the 'finest walk in the world' and enjoy the fiord from sea level, including the picturesque Mitre Peak.

Duration

7 Hours

Trip Highlights

• 3.5 hour guided Milford Track walk of key highlights
• 2-hour cruise around Milford Sound with frequent stops at spectacular points of interest
• Up-close perspectives of flora and fauna, waterfalls and wildlife and more
• Uninterrupted aerial views over untouched wilderness
• Fantastic photo opportunities
• Interactive and informative commentary
• Complimentary tea and coffee on-board Small and uncrowded experience

Ages

Minimum recommend age is 8 years

About

Enjoy a taste of the world-famous Milford Track with a half-day guided walk. Highlights include the notorious Sandfly Point at the end of the track, and the beautiful Giant's Gate waterfall. Complete the day with a magnificent cruise on Milford Sound.

Part 1- Morning Guided Walk on the Milford Track Meeting at 8:30am at the Mitre Peak Cruises check-in desk, you will start your journey with some brief introductions at the Milford Sound terminal, we begin with a short boat ride across Milford Sound’s Deep Water Basin to Sandfly Point, adeptly named as you will see! This is the end point of the Milford Track, but the start of today's Milford hike. From there we begin our guided walk, meandering alongside the cascading Arthur River then Lake Ada, on a well formed track. Our destination and half way point is Giant's Gate waterfall. This spectacular waterfall is best viewed and photographed from the large swing bridge spanning the river.

There is much to see, from the ancient trees towering above to the vibrant green ferns and mosses below. Walking in a small group (maximum 12 people), your Trips & Tramps nature guide will point out the native fauna and flora and share the fascinating human heritage of the track, bringing the area to life.

On conclusion of the guided walk, you return to the main wharf complex for your boat cruise.

Hike Difficulty Good fitness is required, the walking pace is set around 3 km per hour. There is a 50 metre vertical gain and the walk is up to 11 km total (to the waterfall return), walking time is around 3.5 hours. There are some areas where terrain is rocky or rough underfoot. On occasion, wet weather may make conditions more challenging when puddles or streams may be encountered. We operate in most weather conditions, so guests need to be suitably prepared. Not recommended for children under 8 years.

Part 2 - Afternoon Boat Cruise Enjoy Milford Sound’s awe-inspiring scenery from the comfort of a small boat cruise, as you sit back and relax.

Departing at 1:30pm, after you've returned from the Milford Track hike, you will cruise the length of the fiord and experience the beauty of Milford Sound in all its grandeur. Listen to the informative commentary from the skipper, view the iconic Mitre Peak and get up close to the mighty Stirling Falls. With limited numbers, you are rewarded with an intimate experience of Milford Sound and unobstructed photo opportunities from the outdoor viewing decks. Keep an eye out for the seals basking in the sun or maybe even a pod of dolphins visiting! There is so much to see, and is a perfect way to round off your day.