The 4 Best New Zealand Dinner Cruises

1.Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 755 reviews · from $185Our pick

Travel from Te Anau through Fiordland with a guide such as Steve or Jeremy, stopping at Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, the Homer Tunnel, and more. A picnic lunch, snacks, and a two-hour Milford Sound cruise are included in this small-group day trip for up to 15 people.

“This tour was next level - every part of the day was so well planned and executed, it was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Our guide for the day Jeremy was lovely and incredibly knowledgeable. We stopped at different places along the way and got great knowledge about the history of Milford Sound and the Fiordlands national park. The cruise itself was excellent and awe inspiring (also the packed lunch provided was very hearty, and they catered to my dietary requirements so well). Highly recommend!”

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2.Queenstown: Milford Sound Small-Group Tour w Cruise & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 523 reviews · 11 - 13 hours · from $208

Travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound in a small minivan with a guide such as Jeff, Lynette, Martin, or Chris. Stop at Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, Hollyford River, and Homer Tunnel, then take a boutique cruise with lunch before returning by road or optional scenic flight.

“Our driver Colin was welcoming, friendly and very knowledgeable! We felt safe and saw some wonderfully beautiful sights. love the small tour size and transportation from central Queenstown location.”

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3.Auckland: Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 2h 30m · from $95Best value

Spend 2.5 hours aboard a 50-foot yacht on Waitematā Harbour, with a welcome drink, live stories from the crew, and a three-course meal from The Lula Inn. You can help sail or try the wheel, then watch Auckland’s skyline glow after sunset. Jackets and blankets are supplied.

“Food was great! Captain (Peter) was also really great - would recommend!”

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4.From Te Anau: Milford Sound Small-Group Tour Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 86 reviews · 9 hours · from $178

Join Cheeky Kiwi Travel for a nine-hour Te Anau to Milford Sound day trip in a small minibus. Guides such as Steve, Hannah, Brian, and Dave have led trips with frequent photo stops, a picnic lunch, and a 105-minute cruise past Mitre Peak, waterfalls, seals, dolphins, and alpine scenery.

“This was a brilliant day. Made better by our driver Steve who was so informative and stopped at the best spots for views”

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