Queenstown

The TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Farm Show was one of the best experiences of our trip! The cruise itself was beautiful and relaxing, but the farm show truly made it unforgettable. The demonstration was fun, engaging, and gave us a real taste of New Zealand farm life — we loved every moment of it. After the show, the afternoon tea was such a treat. There was a lot of variety, from sweet to savoury options, and everything was delicious. The whole experience felt well-organised, enjoyable, and perfect for all ages. Definitely one of the highlights of our Queenstown adventure — highly recommended! 🚢🐑☕✨

A wonderful experience, glad we followed a day tour instead of self drive so we could admire the view better, be relaxed and learn more about each of the pit stops (eg. monkey creek). Loved the cruise ride had great weather and views! the food on the cruise was good too! We went for the last tour which set off at 8am from Crowne Plaza and boarded the last cruise out at 2.30pm. It’ll be good to have some light snacks else lunch will be served quite late. We had the falafel (vegan) wrap which was served cold and still yummy while the chicken pie was served warm! both options were yummy!

Amazing tour! Ian was a great tour guide – very knowledgeable and entertaining throughout the entire drive to the ferry. A must-do if you're traveling to Milford Sound. The captain of the ferry was also very entertaining. Thank you, RealNZ team, for such an amazing experience! Highly recommend this tour and will be booking future experiences with RealNZ.

It was a very well-planned, well-organized trip. We had Ivan to guide us and I must admit, we returned much enriched with information of the region (in addition to his amazing driving skills). Would definitely recommend this to anyone who has not been to Milford Sound before

Upon arriving at the reception, after confirming your reservation information, the staff will give you your boat ticket. Keep it safe, then follow the staff's instructions to go outside and verify your reservation name with the driver. Once all guests are onboard, the driver will explain the day's itinerary and provide ongoing commentary. There will be stops along the way at several locations for photo opportunities, and there will also be some time spent in Te Anau for restroom breaks/eating/resting. Once you arrive at the boat launch, hand your ticket to the staff and board the boat. The captain will also provide commentary along the way. Free coffee, tea, and hot water are available on board for self-service. If you would like to purchase other hot food or drinks, they are also available on board. Milford Sound experiences a fair amount of rain, and when passing several large waterfalls, the boat will get quite close. If you are on the deck, you are likely to get wet, so it is recommended to bring a raincoat or wear a windproof and waterproof jacket. The fiord landscape is unique and not visible in many places. The scenery along the way is also beautiful and very worthwhile. I heartily recommend that anyone traveling to the South Island come and see it.

Tony our guide was incredibly funny. it was easy to check in at the visitor centre. Staff were friendly. From Te Anau, it was a 30 mins bus ride before we took a ferry for 45 mins. thereafter transfer to another 30 mins bus ride before a 3 hour cruise through doubtful sound. the return back to Te Anau is the same. guided tour for all the transfer. beautiful waterfalls and scenery throughout the trip. ferry and cruise was stable for my wife and I so we didn’t feel any seasickness.

Captain Dan made my boy's day when he's given a chance to navigate the cruise ship. it was an unforgettable experience for him! Thank you so much it has been a really scenic ride!

Very convenient, just get on the bus and sleep until you arrive! Because it was raining on the way and we had to drive on the right side of the road, we booked this tour last minute, and I must say the driver and tour guide were both amazing! They told stories the whole way, and also stopped at some scenic spots for everyone to get off and take a look. Highly recommended for people who don't want to plan an itinerary or drive long distances.

The Milford Sound day tour was absolutely breathtaking from start to finish, and the cruise itself was stunning — waterfalls, mountains, and even some dolphins and seals! What really made the trip special was our guide, Jason. He was funny, super knowledgeable, and kept us entertained the whole way with fascinating facts and great stories. His passion for the area really shone through. Highly recommend this tour — and if you get Jason as your guide, you’re in for a fantastic day!