Our honest take 👇🏔️🌊✨ Many visitors planning a trip to Milford Sound ask: Is a cruise in Milford Sound worth it? We would argue that yes, a Milford Sound cruise is absolutely worth the investment! Here’s why 👉 Milford Sound is 16km long, and apart from taking to the skies, a cruise is the only way to truly experience it. You’ll journey beneath dramatic cliffs carved by glaciers, get close enough to waterfalls that you’ll feel the spray on your face, travel out towards the Tasman Sea to spot wildlife like seals and birds (and sometimes dolphins!) and fully experience everything this unique fiord has to offer. Every cruise operator follows the same incredible route, so what you see is always the same. The main difference is how you experience the journey. Some operators focus on premium dining and uncrowded decks, while others prioritise affordable access. Knowing these differences helps you compare fairly and make the best choice for you. If you join a guided tour from Queenstown or Te Anau (like ours!), your cruise is usually included, which makes the whole day seamless. Rain or shine, Milford Sound is breathtaking. We often have our guests ask if Milford Sound is better in the sunshine or in the rain - and our answer is often, both! On a bluebird day, the fiord is breathtaking with the crystal blue ocean and evergreen cliffs ☀️🩵 And on a rainy day, you’ll witness hundreds of extra waterfalls spilling down the cliffs, adding that extra magic! ☔️💦 Over 90% of visitors take a cruise in Milford Sound for a reason. Our take? Don’t come all this way and miss it - we guarantee it will take your breath away and be a true highlight of your New Zealand trip 🇳🇿🥰 —— Like this post? We’re Luxe Tours - a locally owned, family-run business offering premium small group journeys through our backyard. As local experts, we’ve got everything you need to know for planning your trip to Milford Sound or the surrounding areas. Head to our website to read our helpful blogs and articles ✨ (link in bio!) #milfordsound #milfordsoundcruise #newzealandtravel - @luxetoursnz