RealNZ Milford Overnight Cruise

The Sailor can accommodate 60 passengers. The private cabin is equipped with an independent bathroom (double bed or double bed).
Shared quadruple room: Children under 5 years old are not suitable. Bunk beds and shared bathroom facilities are provided. (We will try our best to arrange for same-sex passengers to stay in the same cabin, but we cannot guarantee it.)
Children's tickets are valid for children aged 1 to 14. Infants aged 0 to 1 can sleep in a crib for free. Otherwise, a children's ticket must be purchased
Cribs are only available in double rooms. Without prior arrangement, passengers need to prepare their own cribs
The ship is equipped with a spacious viewing deck, a dining room, a full-label bar and a viewing lounge
And it carried 30 kayaks and 2 small boats
Ticket checking and boarding are required no later than 20 minutes before the departure time
From January to April is the busy season for the event. It is best to reserve 45 minutes for parking and go to the visitor center to exchange tickets and board the ship
Items you need to carry: anti-slip shoes/boots, waterproof coat, warm coat/fleece coat, change of clothes, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent, swimsuit (optional), camera, cash for snacks and drinks, overnight travel bag
Q: What are the differences between the overnight cruise on the Milford Sailor and the overnight cruise on the Wanderer?
A: Both focus on experiencing the magic of Milford Sound through in-depth explanations and activities (wildlife viewing, boat Tours). The difference between the two lies in:
The Milford Sailor offers private cabins with separate bathrooms and provides activities including raft and boat Tours.
The Milford Wanderer offers twin-bed rooms with shared bathrooms. Activities include guided Milford hikes or boat exploration of the coastline.
Q: Does the Milford Overnight tour provide bedding and towels?
A: Provided.
Q: Overnight tour and shared quadruple room - The three of us want to reserve a shared quadruple room. Does this mean we have to share a room with another person?
A: Yes. It's very likely that you will have to share a room with another person. Alternatively, you can choose to pay for the entire four-person room or two double rooms to ensure privacy. Note: Shared four-person room: We will try our best to arrange for same-sex passengers to stay in the same cabin, but we cannot guarantee it.
Q: How long does it take to get to Milford Sound?
A: Milford Sound is about a 5-6 hour drive from Queenstown and about a 3-hour drive from Tianau. Note that there are no gas stations on the way from Tianau to Milford Sound.
Q: Where can I park and have my ticket checked after arriving at Milford Sound?
A: There is a free parking lot at Milford Sound. It is best to reserve 45 minutes for parking and then go to the visitor center to exchange tickets and board the ship. It is required to check in and board the ship at least 20 minutes before the departure time.
Q: Are there lockers in Milford Sound?
A: There are lockers at the Milford Sound Visitor Centre, but the number is limited.
Q: Could you pick me up at the hotel in Queenstown or Tiannau?
A: If you have booked our bus to Milford Sound, we will pick you up at most of the hotels in Queenstown or Tianau. When you make a reservation, please inform us of the hotel address where you would like us to pick you up, or we can gather at our local tourist center and set off.
Q: What if we can't leave Milford Sound by plane due to the weather?
A: You can apply for a refund of the price difference for this flight from the agency where you bought the ticket. You can also take a bus.
Q: overnight What is the maximum passenger capacity of the Milford Mariner?
A: Sixty people.