QUEENSTOWN Day Trip (The BEST Option) - Milford Sound Travel Vlog

[@DaneAndStacey]

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[@ElitePreacher]

These have to be 2 of the most beautiful people in the world. I'm not a super bright and cheery person but man, coming across your page before my potential trip to New Zealand has helped my depression level tremendously. Thank you.

[@DaneAndStacey]

Awwwww ❤️ You put a massive smile on our faces! So happy to hear we've helped with your upcoming trip!

[@williehannon9306]

On my beautiful Irish island this time of year is stormy dark and cold also in my life it can also feel the same. You two bring colour, beauty as-well as the love and respect you have for each other into my world. Don't want to overstate it but I so appreciate travelling with you both. No darkness here. It feels like you actually bring me with you. Hey thanks xxxx

[@DaneAndStacey]

Beyond glad we can bring some sun and colour to your day! Thanks for traveling with us

[@carolynmcfarland2293]

My favorite moment cruising Milford Sound was the pod of dolphins that were jumping in the wake of the boat. There was the cutest baby keeping up with the rest. Oh, and the fabulous waterfalls!

[@DaneAndStacey]

That sounds magical! Wish we got to see dolphins as well

[@brittanydean7827]

Yessss guys! I am finally taking my boyfriend to NZ in July - can't wait to show him Milford Sound!

[@DaneAndStacey]

We hope he (and you both) love it as much as we do ❤️

[@borderreiver3288]

WOW...JUST AMAZING SCENERY...

[@robertmaddelena7890]

The New Zealand seiries is been awesome to be there with you all. Its a epic place.. God Bless

[@DaneAndStacey]

Glad you're digging it, Robert!

[@Shaun_Garratt]

Wow, what a spectacular location, definitely a bucket list place. Were lucky indeed that the weather was so great for your trip, just made everything so much prettier.

[@liv_in_cornwall]

The most beautiful place in the world! ❤️ Also, love how much stronger your kiwi accents have been since you've been home 😂 it's super cute!

[@DaneAndStacey]

So interesting for us to hear that about our accents, a few people have said it but obviously we don't even notice!

[@liv_in_cornwall]

@@DaneAndStacey my husband is Welsh and he does the same thing! I think anyone with a 'strong' accent subconsciously tones it down when they're abroad. Speaks slowwwly and cleeeearly 😂

[@DaneAndStacey]

@@liv_in_cornwall Welsh or Scottish would be brilliant to hear in among their peers. We've got Irish friends and after a few drinks back in an Irish environment (a pub) it's hilarious trying to make sense wth they're talking about

[@liv_in_cornwall]

@@DaneAndStacey "Irish environment (a pub)" 😂😂😂 Yes exactly! The Welsh are the same. And it's not just the accent, it's also little weird phrases. Next time you guys are in Wales say to someone "alright butt, who's coat is that jacket" and they'll know what you're talking about haha 🤔

[@Lulu-jl5zd]

Amazing... Can't think of anything else to say... because it's: Amazing. Thanks for taking us :)

[@DaneAndStacey]

We'll take amazing any day! ❤️

[@raypich8292]

It is absolutely beautiful! The water looks very pure. Dan, you could open pure water bottling company Milford.

[@DaneAndStacey]

We could make a killing shipping that around the world!

[@lonial242]

What a great visit to Milford Sound. Nicely done guys, Can't believe you made it a day trip ! Back in the day we made it a leisurely overnight trip and managed to pan for gold along the way. Even got a couple of tiny nuggets ! It was late May and we woke up to snow on the ground. Our videos were limited to 480p which was the best available in 1999. Yours are fab with the high resolution digital of today 😉

[@DaneAndStacey]

It was definitely a big trip to tackle in a day, but so glad we did, easy and stress free when someone else does all the thinking for you. How cool you got gold and snow! Shame that the 480p footage wouldnt have done it justice though 🤣

[@deccalale7536]

Love it guys, I went there twice... is the most beautiful place ever ❤️

[@DaneAndStacey]

So lucky you've been twice, it's just unreal! We'd love to go back, once isn't enough to take it all in :)

[@PortlyTravellers]

Those are amazing mountains. Like how green they were. Looked like a great tour with so many activities.

[@DaneAndStacey]

Very green down there with all the rain... that we managed to avoid luckily! Phew!

[@LozsLeisure]

Milford Sound looks UNREAL 😍

[@DaneAndStacey]

It's an awesome day trip, especially if you fly/heli back

[@Lukesvlogz]

I’m a vlogger in New Zealand and I’ve come to say goodluck on your channel. ;)

[@charlieallan5318]

Wow wow wow! Beautiful!! Really enjoying these NZ vlogs its opened my eyes to how beautiful it is there, hopefully visit there soon

[@DaneAndStacey]

Really hope you're able to get to NZ soon as well - worth the trip for sure!

[@gillowens24]

This places looks beautiful

[@RexWaldron]

Definitely the sunshine couple then! You guys have visited some amazing places and been on so many incredible tours, but this one (for me) has to be the best of them all. If I ever manage to visit NZ, this tour would be top of my bucket list! Beautifully filmed as always.

[@DaneAndStacey]

We might have jinxed it since going on this trip, rain has followed us everywhere haha! Can definitely recommend this tour if you ever make it to our neck of the woods

[@carloszelaya2093]

Wow, what beautiful place.... I'm in awe, Just lovely... 👍👍 Greetings from Houston Texas y'all.!

[@DaneAndStacey]

Definitely helps we got so much sunshine as well! Cheers Carlos

[@carminecitro2535]

Awesome,thank you

[@DaneAndStacey]

Glad you liked it!

[@REMYDANN]

Beautiful nature

[@nanasuryana6012]

Youre both just really deserve to gain more subcriber for sure. Lemme know if you'll going back to Bali, lets grab some coffee then💫🙌

[@DaneAndStacey]

Appreciate that so much, thank you!

[@Justgregular88]

Stunning

[@katfran492]

New Zealand is stunning. We cruised the Fiordland National Park about a year ago: Milford Sound, Thompson/Doubtful Sound and finally Breaksea Island/Dusky Sound. The scenery was breathtaking!

[@DaneAndStacey]

Was that on a full cruise ship or individual smaller boats?

[@katfran492]

Full cruise ship (majestic princess out of Sydney). You were so close to the waterfalls!! I can tell you, we were very jealous of the boats that got that close 😃😃

[@angie23575]

I fully laughed out loud at work when Stace was trying to drink the glacier water 😂 people must think I'm crazy

[@DaneAndStacey]

Glad you're laughing along with us 😂😂

[@grace9404]

Love all your videos and guides. Thank you ❤️

[@DaneAndStacey]

We're so happy to hear this, thank you!

[@sg2664]

So glad I found your channel. The two of you seem lovely and you are producing some thoroughly enjoyable and informative videos. Well done and congratulations on making a success out of your adventure!

[@apriltumaru7286]

OMG I am born and raised in Auckland but I have not known about this place since I have come across your channel like my gosh I’m so glad I’m from New Zealand it is such a beautiful place 😍😍😍

[@juliem64]

Really enjoy watching your videos always feels like when watching it that we're there with you .love how down to earth you guys are x

[@DaneAndStacey]

Thanks so much, thats lovely to hear!

[@juliem64]

@@DaneAndStacey aww your welcome thankyou for replying 💜xx

[@theStyleJungle]

Amazing vlog as always guys! We've done Milford Sound tour with Southern Discoveries about 2 years ago and it was absolutely amazing! Loved that underwater observatory as well! After watching your video, we want to go again and do kayaking there! Looks like super fun 😊

[@DaneAndStacey]

Glad you guys had a great day there as well! The kayaking was something we weren't sure about, thinking it would be freezing cold, but SO glad we did it.

[@stevebignell9603]

Had an amazing day there. It is stunning like you said😊

[@etileibovich3443]

Been there! Such a beautiful place. Enjoy!

[@lailaagrado]

Pie for breakfast is always the right option, regardless where you are! ♥

[@DaneAndStacey]

Phew, thats the confirmation we've been waiting for 🤣 Will go grab another one now, it's 9am here

[@lailaagrado]

@@DaneAndStacey well i never felt more important in my life than that! ;) So you are still in NZ? :)

[@DaneAndStacey]

@@lailaagrado Yup, slowed our travels (lots of cancellations sadly) and slowed our video uploads as this virus spreads :(

[@lailaagrado]

@@DaneAndStacey you mean the corona? :( I knew there is a reason why i don't like beer! :D ;)

[@carolyneg3780]

That looks like such an awesome day out from Queenstown…you made the bus trip look bearable. I’m hoping our borders stay open to be there in Spring from Oz…so exciting to do bucket list stuff. If there’s anything to learn from Covid lockdowns…make the most of travel and trips when you can. Thanks for sharing your adventures. Was this before covid? you enjoyed a buffet lunch and I can’t find a tour that does this… just packed sandwiches.

[@DaneAndStacey]

It's definitely a long day but so worth it! If we went back again we'd love to fly one way. Yes, this trip was pre-covid, not 100% sure if they still offer kayaking as an option anymore.

[@bacino49]

I just love your adventures!

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Stunning views 🥰

[@bingbingchannel2024]

Good video natural nice picture

[@AnandKumar-zp8hn]

10:35 I remember seeing something like that in Tom and Jerry 😂😂 So cute..

[@DaneAndStacey]

😂😂😂😂

[@lailaagrado]

awww poor Dan, nightmares are bad thing ;)

[@TenheadLife]

Just found you guys and love you! Thanks for the great vid

[@DaneAndStacey]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@roxyhaze6955]

new here love your videos im also a new zealander love our country

[@DaneAndStacey]

Thanks Roxy!

[@josephhapp9]

That was toooo short,,, Fabulous.

[@christopherhill9786]

Breathtaking😂😍

[@Sashaaa17]

That cruise looked amazing! Is it quite expensive? Would definitely be interested in driving down and doing this 😄

[@DaneAndStacey]

The whole day comes at a reasonable price if you do everything possible, like us haha. But the cool thing is it's all kind of modular based on what you want to do: geni.us/4miU

[@melwalmsley8267]

Ah so pretty! On my bucket list too & been hanging out for the vid since I saw your insta posts. Do know know if they do kayak tours where someone paddles you?

[@DaneAndStacey]

So magical ❤️ We're not sure if they offer that, but you could probably ask Southern Discoveries and they might offer it.

[@jcook1183]

so beautiful! Our bucket list for sure. I'd pee my pants too @ 11:12. haha

[@DaneAndStacey]

HAHAHA 🤣

[@PackUpExplore]

It’s so beautiful out there! what time of the year did you go there?

[@alannahrappz3008]

Kia Ora, my partner and I are planning our trip to the Milford sounds and we stumbled across this video! So informative and we are definitely doing this trip and we are now checking out your reveal NZ series to get some more inspiration haha Just one question, what time of year did you guys go? Or what time of year would you recommend going?

[@Billoushukla]

New Zealand is like another Switzerland of the east of west remind me of Switzerland I like their chocolate Toblerone❤

[@SeanLiamCWolf]

Sir , May I ask where is the spot in 3:25 , it's so beautiful I visit here at 2018 but I think I miss this view point, could you tell me ,plz

[@SeanLiamCWolf]

Hollyford Valley Lookout ,I find it by myself ~ yes , but thz for share this video

[@hermanvarghese5837]

I have been there it's wonderful

[@fieldfrost4220]

i wanna ask how much is the entire cruise + kayak cost? im planning to backpack newzealand after covid dies!

[@DaneAndStacey]

They vary a lot depending on season (and covid closures) but check them out on their site to see - www.southerndiscoveries.co.nz/milford-sound/day-trips/coach-nature-cruise/

[@albopk3r]

After watching this video I now have a new top destination. Only problem, it’s literally the farthest spot from my home. Oh well. What month of the year is best to visit during?

[@DaneAndStacey]

Opposite side of the world adds some challenges 🤣 This was in Feb :)

[@marlinasumadi41]

Hi there! I’m going over to Queenstown in October and i plan to take up this trip to Milford all by myself. Do think its a good idea to go there alone or is it better to go with someone?

[@DaneAndStacey]

If you take a tour you've got nothing to worry about at all!

[@justayy312]

I love your videos!! I’ve been waiting for this as I will be taking a trip there in July. How much was it for the coach, cruise and kayak?

[@DaneAndStacey]

You're going to love it! There's loads of different options for the day trips you can check out: geni.us/4miU

[@kenshens6410]

YEEEOOOOWWWWW 🤣🏆

[@DaneAndStacey]

Seriously diggin the energy in your comment haha

[@kenshens6410]

Daneger and Stacey love how you were shouting out while kayaking 😆 so cool! Couldn’t stop cracking up hahaha stay safe and take care 🤍

[@DaneAndStacey]

Haha thanks! Gotta work on our echo-ing skills 😂😂

[@georginaparsons2799]

Amazing. After watching this last week, I enquired about the same tour Unfortunately they are NO longer doing them 😢. Will now have to find something else to do down there in October 🤔

[@lailaagrado]

NZ looks like Norway! :O

[@martinc.720]

Fun fact: in my first language, the word for “seal” (like those mentioned in this vid) is pronounced the same way as this bad word Stacey dropped a couple of times in your last video ;)

[@DaneAndStacey]

AHHHH haha that's brilliant! Good to know

[@martinc.720]

Daneger and Stacey So if you ever go to a zoo/aquarium in a French speaking country and a kid yells that, they are not swearing lol

[@DaneAndStacey]

@@martinc.720 We might just run around saying the F word and see what happens 🤣

[@dylanlewis3668]

Would you say this is the best Milford sound day tour from Queenstown? I was having a look at one with great sights that’s about 50 dollars more expensive

[@DaneAndStacey]

Yes, absolutely! Although it seems like the tours have all shuffled around a lot since then (check the other comments here). We personally loved this day and you cant go wrong with them as a tour operator

[@misotam]

apparently they no longer offer the coach - cruise+ kayak - coach back to queenstown package anymore.

[@DaneAndStacey]

That's such a shame! It was an EPIC combo

[@navneetnishen]

Could you pls tell me which one is the good tour company to book for this package ?

[@ericyuan9718]

If that river was is ACTUALLY glacier water, I'd be bottling that stuff up. I collected some Glacier water at the Columbia Icefields in Banff National Park in Canada, and after you let it warm up to room temps, the water is absolutely the SWEETEST water you'll ever taste.

[@DaneAndStacey]

^^ Now thats a business idea!

[@DymitriTobias-s1p]

is there an option to have a one-way coach to milford sound without the return trip back to queenstown

[@DaneAndStacey]

Things have changed a bit since we took this tour, check their site and they might offer it now

[@mariafernandez9520]

marvel

[@figosekas]

What a fun filled day, you forgot to mention the cost😭

[@DaneAndStacey]

Check the link - the prices vary massively based on where you go from, back to, how long for, what trip you pick etc. it's cool, you can pretty much custom design your day

[@away-again5458]

Is there a better side of the bus to sit on?

[@DaneAndStacey]

We specifically made sure to sit on the left side (facing forward) because thats closer to the scenery and not looking over cars... but with the open glass roof you get a great view from everywhere

[@wolfriderpack]

😍😍

[@suzi2084]

I must say that both times I've been to Milford,it's been sunny LOL dunno if its just good luck or what.

[@DaneAndStacey]

That sounds lucky! Or they're all lying to us haha

[@roland97008]

Hello. was this before or after the giant flood in Feb?

[@DaneAndStacey]

This was juuuust before it happened, such a shame!

[@blanamaxima]

Why go with a bus 10 h , stay there for 1-2 nights..

[@DaneAndStacey]

Limited time, so we decided to tackle it all in one day :)