Southern Discoveries

Home
New Zealand
Queenstown
Southern Discoveries

The Original Milford Sound Cruise. Getting You Closer To Waterfalls & Wildlife 🏔️🐬 The Original Milford Sound cruise company, and still the best.
(266)

Southern Discoveries has been operating in the 8th Wonder of the World - Milford Sound - for more than 60 years. Take a day trip to Milford Sound from Te Anau or Central Queenstown with our premium coach service or self-drive and explore the area on your own schedule. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime!

05/08/2025

Bad snow forecast got your ski plans in a flurry ❄️🍷

Don't let Mother Nature give you the cold shoulder – bring your ski squad for a day in the vines instead! While the slopes might be having an off day, Central Otago's wineries are always serving up good vibes.

Trade your skis for a Sav and your poles for Pinot, because our Queenstown Wine Tour is the perfect day out. Think four iconic vineyards, delicious tastings, stunning mountain views, and a delicious platter lunch.

Rally your crew together and save $40 per person when you book before the end of August! 🥂⛷️www.southerndiscoveries.co.nz/queenstown/wine-tour

25/07/2025

40% towering mountains.
30% thundering waterfalls.
30% that indescribable feeling of wonder.

This is Milford Sound - 100% iconic.

24/07/2025

Soaking it all in 💙

Ready to experience the serenity for yourself?

📸: Max Buiting

21/07/2025

40% soaking up the sunshine in the vines.
30% savouring deep reds by the fireplace.
30% lapping up the good vibes with every pour.

This is a 100% pure Central Otago winter, poured slow.

18/07/2025

When the temperature is chilly but the scenery is 🔥🔥

You might not be able to feel your fingers… but you're sure to feel the magic of Milford!

📸: Levi Caleb Allan

12/07/2025

Swim, snack, snooze, repeat 😴 The seals of Milford are living the good life!

Credit: Joyful

09/07/2025

That moment when Milford Sound leaves you speechless 😶

Here’s experiencing what we like to call ‘the Milford effect’ - swipe to see why!

03/07/2025

Bring the whānau to Milford Sound these school holidays and treat them to more than just the sights. From 28 June - 20 July, kids eat FREE on selected cruises! Take a second look at the towering cliffs, playful wildlife, and wondrous waterfalls - then go back for seconds of our delicious onboard feast!

📸:

22/02/2025

Like all good wines, our tour just got even better with age 😉 Now featuring four incredible Gibbston Valley vineyards, you'll get to sip, savour, and smile your way through Mora Wines, Chard Farm, Brennan Wines, and our newest addition - Waitiri Creek Wines.

Book online now and be among the first to experience our enhanced wine tour - plus you'll score $20 off 'till the end of the month. We'll raise a glass to that! 🥂

www.southerndiscoveries.co.nz/specials/save-20-on-queenstown-wine-tour/

Address

110 Beach Street
Queenstown
9300

Website

http://www.southerndiscoveries.co.nz/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Southern Discoveries posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Southern Discoveries:

Shortcuts

Our Story

Southern Discoveries is the original Milford Sound cruise operator and provides the most options for exploring this iconic and internationally-renowned natural attraction. Based in the South Island of New Zealand, we offer visitors the longest and most in-depth Milford Sound Cruise, kayaking in one of the fiord’s most tranquil settings, an amazing underwater observatory, guided day trips by coach or scenic flight and more.

In world-famous Queenstown, you can join us on the longest lake cruise which takes you further than anyone else to discover hidden views and unique experiences.

However you like to explore, we’ll take your further, closer and deeper for an adventure you’ll never forget.