Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise Day Tour
- Embark on a picturesque cruise across crystal-clear Lake Manapouri, followed by a scenic bus trip over Wilmot Pass – New Zealand's most majestic road, providing exclusive access to the awe-inspiring Doubtful Sound.
- Captivating Wildlife Encounter: Board the Patea Explorer or its substitutes for a 3-hour cruise through Doubtful Sound. Our knowledgeable and friendly skippers or nature guides will share their passion, offering insights into the region's unique flora and fauna, from playful dolphins and sunbathing fur seals to the rare Fiordland crested penguin.
- Experience the dense Fiordland rainforest during the coach trip and marvel at Doubtful Sound glistening below. This isolated paradise, with no direct road access, ensures an exclusive escape reserved for those seeking the extraordinary.
- Doubtful Sound, nestled in remote Fiordland, offers the perfect environment to unplug and recharge. With no WIFI available, immerse yourself in the pristine surroundings, where every moment becomes a breath-stealing discovery.
Options
Departs Manapouri
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
3 hour cruise of Doubtful Sound
Exclusions
Other personal expenses
Insurance
Lunch
Accommodation drop off
Additional Info
Children aged 0-4 can join the tour for free (excluding lunch)
Children aged 5-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Important: Infants must be booked on their own ticket
Snacks and drinks available to purchase (cash only)
Lunch is not available on board nor able to be pre-ordered, very limited snack selection on board. It is recommended that you are prepared with your own lunch and snacks
Meeting Point: RealNZ - Doubtful Sound Manapouri Visitor Centre, 64 Waiau Street, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri 9679
This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
Sunscreen
Camera
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Waterproof clothing (jacket, shoes, pants, etc.)
Non-slip shoes or boots
This activity is stroller-friendly
What's included in Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise Day Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] meet up at Manapouri Visitor Centre. You can choose to depart at the following times: 07:30, 10:00, 10:30. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Meeting Point: RealNZ - Doubtful Sound Manapouri Visitor Centre, 64 Waiau Street, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri 9679.Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
- [Attraction/experience] 7 hour(s), Guided tour, Lake Manapouri, Wilmot Pass, Fiordland National Park, Doubtful Sound / Patea
- [Return] at Manapouri Visitor Centre, You can choose to return at the following times: 15:00, 17:30, 18:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
Our Favourites
Embark on an enchanting journey to Doubtful Sound, a pristine fiord that surpasses its renowned counterpart, Milford Sound. Stretching three times longer and boasting a surface area ten times larger, Doubtful Sound captivates with rugged peaks, lush rainforests, and hidden inlets. Accessible only by a scenic cruise across Lake Manapouri and a bus expedition over Wilmot Pass, this secluded gem promises an exclusive experience.
As you traverse crystal-clear Lake Manapouri and venture through Fiordland's rainforest, the majestic beauty unfolds. Delight in the expertise of your knowledgeable skipper or nature guide, revealing the secrets of the region's flora and fauna, from dolphins and fur seals to the rare Fiordland crested penguin.
- Lunch is not available on board, nor can it be pre-ordered; minimal snack selection on board. There is nowhere in Manapouri to purchase food, so it is recommended that you prepare your lunch and snack
- Taxi drop-off is unavailable after the experience. All guests will finish at an appropriate bus stop along Frankton Road or the RealNZ Visitor Centre, 88 Beach Street. The operator recommends dinner in Queenstown before independently returning to the accommodation
Route
How to get there
By car: 120-180 minutes drive from Queenstown or 30 minutes from Te Anau. Free car parking available. Please allow up to 45 minutes to park your vehicle and check-in
Meet
Venues
- Queenstown
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