Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau
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Premium small group tour including boutique Milford Sound cruise onboard TripAdvisors No.1 rated cruise operator, Cruise Milford, and picnic lunch from Te Anau. There is no better way to see this famous attraction. Highlights: • Milford Sound Cruise with Cruise Milford • Fiordland National Park • Lake Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford River, Homer Tunnel and Mitre Peak • Wildlife Spotting While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember. Our tours are led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.9 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Water available & snacks provided
Food and drink : Lunch. Picnic Lunch - please note dietary requirement at time of booking
Cruise Entry
Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Use of equipment : Other.
Picnic lunch for infants (0 - 3)
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Te Anau(Pass By)
Te Anau, New ZealandYour tour starts in stunning idyllic town of Te Anau, after maybe meeting some of the local animals or wildlife we continue along the lake. Stopping at Te Anau Downs the starting point for the Milford Track you will be able to hear the stories and admire the views. View Location1
Eglinton Valley
Milford Sound, New ZealandLeaving Te Anau and entering Fiordland National Park we stop in Eglinton Valley. With views worthy of Lord of the Rings this valley follows the path of an ancient glacier through Fiordland, one of the first major attractions as you enter the park. It really sets the scene for a journey that only get more impressive the deeper you get. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Mirror Lakes Walk
Milford Road,, New ZealandOur next stop on this epic adventure is Mirror Lakes for a short stroll to see the famous reflections of the Earl Mountains. Get the right day, take a good picture and no one with be able to tell which way is the right way up for the photo.10 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Lake Gunn
State Highway 94, New ZealandNamed after a famous explorer and popular for fishing, often we will stop at Lake Gunn for some photos and to enjoy the peace.
Hollyford River & Falls Creek – A short drive away we start passing the Hollyford River, a gorgeous and powerful river full of large boulders and rapids. Feeding into the river at Falls Creek is the first of our extremely impressive waterfalls of the area, one of many to come.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationA short drive away we start passing the Hollyford River, a gorgeous and powerful river full of large boulders and rapids. Feeding into the river at Falls Creek is the first of our extremely impressive waterfalls of the area, one of many to come.View Location
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Climbing in altitude we go deeper into the Darran Mountains where the views require another stop to admire and take photos. We are also entering the area where Kea (the world largest alpine parrot) likes to live. Start keeping an eye out for these large, cheeky and colourful birds that never fail to thrill and entertain when found. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Homer Tunnel(Pass By)
94 S.h., Milford Sound, New ZealandTo make our way back down towards the sea we enter the mind-blowing, hand-built Homer Tunnel while hearing the incredible history and stories. Emerging from the tunnel the valley descends sharply down towards Milford Sound and on a rainy-day hundreds of waterfalls can be seen cascading down the mountain side. View Location5
Milford Sound
Te Anau, New ZealandFollowing the valleys to the sea we arrive at Milford Sound where you will board your cruise with Cruise Milfo2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Please pick this location if your hotel is not on our list. We do not pick up from your hotel, motel or private property if it is not listed. View Location
End point
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Please pick this location if your hotel is not on our list. We do not pick up from your hotel, motel or private property if it is not listed. View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Pickups are from selected hotels only. If your hotel is not listed, please select your closest alternative and meet us there. If you are not sure where your closest alternative is, please contact us in advance so that we can advise you. If you have not yet booked a hotel then please select the Te Anau bus stop (94 Te Anau Terrace, next to public toilets) as your pickup location. You can update this once your hotel is booked by contacting us or amending your pickup directly through Viator. Pick up can take up to 15 minutes, please be waiting in your accommodation lobby no later than your tour start time and your bus will be there as soon as possible.
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don't have a car seat one can be provided (with 24 hours’ notice).
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPick ups are from the Te Anau Bus Stop, 95 Te Anau Terrace. Please check your pick up time in tour information to ensure you do not miss your pickup. You will be picked up in a 17 or 12 seater minibus with Cheeky Kiwi Travel sign-writingCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Pacific/Auckland time to receive 100% refund.
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