Wonderful way to see the Sound away from the crowds.

We took the coach from Te Anau and the driver was brilliant and informative. The cruise was stunning, though we were lucky with the weather conditions which made it worth the experience. Risks being dominated by large tour groups - as an individual couple we were overlooked - eg no place allocated at dinner.

Reviewed about 7 years ago

We loved it!!

We got to see dolphins and seals. The food was great and we got so go up and down the sound several times. My husband went kayaking and liked that experience as well.

Reviewed over 14 years ago

We were lucky - we got a good deal and a 4 berth cabin to the 2 of us.

Only 19 on board instead of 60!

Reviewed over 13 years ago and experienced in March 2011

Very disappointed with Real Journeys company.

Had booked on overnight cruise 3 mths prior to holiday in NZ. Had to re-confirm overnight cruise 48 hrs prior, went into office in Queenstown to be told boat was broken and had been for a week! Obviously a broken boat is out of their control, however we were told the boat had been broken for a week and were not told as soon as they were aware (which would have been handy as we were travelling with 2 small children and needed to then find alternate accommodation as we could not stay on boat). When I asked when we were going to be told, they said they had emailed me that day. We were given a refund but lost money on accommodation we had booked on subsequent days as we had to stay in region longer to take day time cruise of Milford with another company. Interesting to note the website was still advertising the overnight cruises as being available on the day we were originally booked on Milford Mariner, when the boat was in fact still broken (I asked at several Real Journey offices in Queenstown and Te Anau).

Reviewed about 14 years ago

Wonderful way to see the Sound away from the crowds.

We took the coach from Te Anau and the driver was brilliant and informative. The cruise was stunning, though we were lucky with the weather conditions which made it worth the experience. Risks being dominated by large tour groups - as an individual couple we were overlooked - eg no place allocated at dinner.

Reviewed about 7 years ago

Very disappointed with Real Journeys company.

Had booked on overnight cruise 3 mths prior to holiday in NZ. Had to re-confirm overnight cruise 48 hrs prior, went into office in Queenstown to be told boat was broken and had been for a week! Obviously a broken boat is out of their control, however we were told the boat had been broken for a week and were not told as soon as they were aware (which would have been handy as we were travelling with 2 small children and needed to then find alternate accommodation as we could not stay on boat). When I asked when we were going to be told, they said they had emailed me that day. We were given a refund but lost money on accommodation we had booked on subsequent days as we had to stay in region longer to take day time cruise of Milford with another company. Interesting to note the website was still advertising the overnight cruises as being available on the day we were originally booked on Milford Mariner, when the boat was in fact still broken (I asked at several Real Journey offices in Queenstown and Te Anau).

Reviewed about 14 years ago

Overnight cruise on Milford Sound.

Wonderful scenery, kayaking from cruise boat. Food very good considering limited facilities on board. Sleeping accomodation a bir cramped but very clean. Staff very helpful.

Reviewed over 14 years ago

Less than we expected it to be.

Service was good though, as was dinner and breakfast on board. We were disappointed by the fact that there was not much information given about the fjord during the afternoon/evening (in the morning there was) and that we didn't get to see any dolphins.

Reviewed over 14 years ago

We did the overnight cruise - experienced staff - well knowledged.

Fantastic sights, food, kayaking, all included. Great 2 days!

Reviewed about 15 years ago and experienced in March 2009

We were a group of four and had a great time on the Wanderer.

The accomodation was quad bunk style so that suited our needs and budget as the other boat the Marnier is 3 times the price of this boat, and you see the same scenery from both boats. The staff were very friendly and informative and joked around with us making us feel very welcome. I would reccommend this trip to anyone who comes to the sound it is great value and the scenery is breathtaking.

Reviewed over 15 years ago

Had such an amazing time- overnight is for sure the way to see Milford Sound since all the people have left.

Good kayaking, good food,and good staff!

Reviewed over 16 years ago

Went on the Milford Mariner.

Fantastic trip. Food was really good and as much as you wanted too. Staff were friendly, knowledgable and informative. Well worth doing.

Reviewed almost 17 years ago