Milford Sound Discover More Cruise

Milford Sound is extraordinary from any angle — but some experiences go deeper than others. The Discover More Cruise is our longest, most immersive way to explore Piopiotahi, spending up to 2 hours 15 minutes on the water at a pace that lets you actually take it all in.

What sets this cruise apart is your dedicated onboard Nature Guide — a professionally trained expert who brings the fiord to life throughout the journey. From the geology of those towering glacier-carved cliffs, to the wildlife hiding in plain sight, to the stories woven into every waterfall and inlet — your Nature Guide makes sure you leave knowing Milford Sound, not just having seen it.

Keep your eyes on the rocks for basking New Zealand fur seals, scan the water for pods of bottlenose dolphins, and if the timing is right, you might just spot the rare and beautiful Fiordland Crested Penguin. Southern Discoveries is a Department of Conservation approved mammal viewing operator — so you're in expert hands.

Get close to the famous waterfalls — close enough to feel the spray from the open outdoor deck. The vessel features a spacious covered viewing deck with comfortable seating, an open wheelhouse where you can meet and chat with the skipper, and full-height cabin windows for those who prefer to take it in from inside. Complimentary tea and coffee are included throughout, a licensed bar is on board, and freshly prepared picnic lunches are available to purchase when booking.

The Discover More runs year-round, and every season brings its own magic — snowcapped peaks in winter, lush rainforest green in summer, and on rainy days, hundreds of temporary waterfalls cascading down every cliff face.

Cruise with the original Milford Sound operator. Over 70 years on these waters, and still discovering more.