The overnight cruise of the real journey's boat was one of the best
experiences of my life. It is worth EVERY penny. I'd do it again in a
heartbeat.
"Peter" wrote in message
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> In article , shakefly says...
>> I am thinking of going on the Milford Sound overnight cruise on the
>> Milford
>> Wanderer. We are planning to take the cruise the same day we finish the
>> Milford Tramp.
>> Traveling on a budget and the cruise price seems kinda steep...
>> Would like to hear your reviews of the cruise if you have taken it.
>> Thanks!
>
> It's actually a YHA hostel, so there's a $NZ19.50 saving per person if
> you're a member.
>
> Cannot recommend it too highly. I took the cruise in December 2003 with
> my wife and two teenagers. We fitted into a four-bunk cabin very nicely,
> but there are a few two bunkers aboard, I think.
>
> The big thing is that the cruise is "out of phase" with the normal
> cruises, so when you are out on the water, everyone else has gone home
> and the place is empty.
>
> It seems steep, but you get TWO cruises (afternoon and following
> morning), two meals, a night's accommodation, and the chance of kayaking
> or shore exploration if the weather is good.
>
> I enjoyed it immensely. There's a wet bar aboard, by the way, so when
> the cruise is done and the ship is anchored in a quiet cove, you can sit
> around with a cool beer or two and chat with the other passengers as you
> admire that incredible scenery.
>
> http://www.yha.org.nz/hostels-ind.asp?id=64
>
> Pete, which it was a high point of his trip
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