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Milford Mariner Overnight Cruise

An overnight cruise is a fantastic way to extend your adventure in Fiordland. Spend the night aboard the iconic Milford Mariner and wake up to dawn in one of the most beautiful places on earth. The cruise style is relaxed, allowing plenty of time to view the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife. 

Relax and cruise onboard the purpose-built boat, getting up close and personal with the local marine life in Milford Sound. While cruising through the fiord, you are accompanied by a specialist nature guide who provides commentary about the impressive waterfalls, rainforest and local wildlife.

After anchoring in a sheltered cove, you can choose to explore the fiord by kayak or on a small boat with a guide. A delicious carvery buffet is served on board in the evening, followed by the opportunity to enjoy stargazing and story sharing with fellow guests.

Spend the night aboard sleeping in your private cabin, with options available for double rooms, twin share or single occupancy. In the morning, your boat will head out to the Tasman Sea (weather permitting) before exploring more of the fiord and heading back to Milford Sound wharf.

Inclusions: 

• Private cabins with ensuites (double, twin or single occupancy)
• Three course buffet dinner (includes appetisers, soups, salads, hot dishes and dessert)
• Full buffet breakfast
• Kayaking and tender craft (small boat) activities included
• Sheets, duvets and towels provided
• Transport return to Te Anau or Queenstown

From October- April: Departs 4:00pm, returns to Milford at 9:15am 

Pricing
Pricing is per person and dependent on requested date, room type and transport option (Te Anau or Queenstown)

Fiordland Jewel Overnight Cruise

There is no better way to soak up the majesty of Piopiotahi Milford Sound than aboard the Fiordland Jewel. This purpose-built catamaran is designed to take in this incredible location, often known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, in total comfort. 

With a boutique atmosphere, an overnight experience aboard the Fiordland Jewel is the perfect mix of ultimate relaxation and adventurous exploration, with opportunities for kayaking and tender boat excursions, as well as well-deserved pampering with a soak in the top-deck hot tub and delicious meals cooked by our onboard chef.

Spending the night in this very special part of the world means truly taking in its splendour. The small group cruises accommodate a maximum of 22 passengers per night, in nine climate-controlled cabins each with an ensuite and sea views.

Inclusions: 

• Two cruises of Piopiotahi Milford Sound - afternoon & morning.  Duration: 18 hours
• 3-course plated dinner, cooked & continental breakfast prepared by our onboard chef - all dietary requirements are catered for.
• Kayaking & tender boat explorations (weather permitting)
• View underwater film footage captured by our Remote Operating Vehicle (ROV)
• Use of top-deck hot tub following dinner
• Transport return to Te Anau or Queenstown

From November - April: Departs 3:10pm, returns to Milford at 8:45am

Pricing
Pricing is per person and dependent on requested date, room type and transport option (Te Anau or Queenstown)

Helicopter Flight to Queenstown

Finish off your first-class Hollyford experience in style! Instead of driving back to Queenstown (via Te Anau) aboard our coach, you can opt to return by taking a second scenic helicopter flight.

You will get a birds eye view of the incredible Milford Sound as your expert pilot provides a light commentary of the landmarks along the way. You will make a special stop en-route for a remote wilderness landing to take in the surroundings and reflect on your Hollyford journey.   

The photo opportunities continue across the pristine Lake Wakatipu, with an outstanding view to the iconic Remarkables mountain range, before you land at the Queenstown Airport. A transfer via taxi will be arranged to your accommodation. 

Duration: Allow 40 minutes

Departure Time: 2pm

Price (inc GST): $1050 per person

Minimum Number Requirement: 4 people.

Airplane Flight to Queenstown

Along your Hollyford Wilderness Experience, you will travel by coach, jet boat and even helicopter, so it makes sense to tick off another mode of transport for the return journey home!

See more of the dramatic Fiordland landscape with a scenic fixed wing airplane flight from Milford Sound back to Queenstown.

You will soar high above the majestic fiord, for a chance to see more of Mitre Peak, the cascading waterfalls and granite cliffs. Your pilot will point out the various mountain ranges, landmarks, beech forests before you fly over the iconic Lake Wakatipu and land at Queenstown Airport.

Includes transfer to most cental Queenstown accommodation.

Duration: 30-40 minutes

Departure Time: 1:30pm

Price (inc GST): Adult: $525, Child: $425 per person

Minimum Number Requirement: 3 people

Charter flight to Queenstown

Wanting your own private plane or are hoping to get back to Queenstown sooner? Our charter options are a great option for small groups or for guests that would like to make the most of their time in Queenstown.

Receive personalised first-class service from your experienced pilot. Take to the skies and return to Queenstown in style with a scenic flight including fantastic aerial views of the Southern Alps, glaciers, waterfalls, and the majestic Milford Sound.

Includes transfer to most cental Queenstown accommodation.

Duration: 30-40 minutes

Departure Time: 1pm