Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Manapouri
Immerse in the surreal beauty of Doubtful Sound on a luxury catamaran through stunning landscapes, unique wildlife and unforgettable scenery.
- Travel along a stunning Lake Manapouri, offering breathtaking scenery in an area inaccessible by car
- Experience the sheer awe of the natural world surrounding of Doubtful Sound on a luxury catamaran
- Witness rare penguins, seals and bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat
- Gain an in-depth appreciation for ecology and geology with an expert guide
For Queenstown departure, please refer to
Options
Doubtful Sound Cruise and Coach – Te Anau Departure
Inclusions
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Coach package from Te Anau
3- hour full length cruise of Doubtful Sound on a modern, spacious catamaran with excellent viewing
Dedicated nature guide with specialist knowledge of flora and fauna
Exclusions
Personal expenses
Insurance
Lunch
Other expenses not mentioned above
What's included in Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Manapouri
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
— What You Can Expect —
Escape to the enchanting wilderness of Doubtful Sound with our luxury full-day cruise that will take you on an adventure of a lifetime.
Begin your journey by crossing the stunning Lake Manapouri and travel the sub-alpine road over Wilmot Pass where you will witness the breathtaking beauty of the Fiordland rainforest. Feel the excitement build as you approach Doubtful Sound and get a glimpse of the sparkling waters of this majestic fiord in the distance.
Once aboard the spacious catamaran, marvel at the rugged mountain peaks towering over the sound's deep blue waters. Keep an eye out for the rare Fiordland crested penguin, fur seals basking on the rocks, and bottlenose dolphins playing in the waves. With an expert nature guide by your side and a pamphlet in multiple languages, you'll learn about the unique flora and fauna of the region while enjoying the captivating scenery.
Experience the perfect combination of stunning scenery and the rare wildlife of Doubtful Sound!
Inclusions
- Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- Cruise vessel is subject to change without notice
- As wildlife is naturally occurring, sightings cannot be guaranteed
- As wildlife is naturally occurring, sightings cannot be guaranteed
Meet
Venues
- Manapouri Departure
- Te Anau Departure
Meeting / End Points
- Doubtful Sound
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Due to the multi-leg journey and floating wharf access, guests will need to have a reasonable level of mobility
- Please refer to your voucher for final confirmation of pickup location/ time
- RealNZ is going cashless on all food and beverage purchases in experience, please being cards
- As this is a 7-hour adventure we highly recommend you bring a packed lunch or order a lunch box from our Manapouri Café
— What to bring —
- Non-slip shoes/boots
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm sweater/fleece jacket
- Sunscreen/sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Camera
