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Doubtful Sound Day Tour from Manapouri

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Highlights & inclusions

Full day tour from Manapouri to Doubtful Sound
Cruise across Lake Manapouri
Scenic bus transfer across Wilmot Pass
2.5 hour wilderness cruise in Doubtful Sound
2nd largest fiord in Fiordland National Park
Range of wildlife
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4.7/5
Based on 57 reviews
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Rebecca Hutto

3 months ago

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Marie Singleton

over 1 year ago

Great day out with Cho and Pete. Entertaining commentary on the coaches. Both boat trips were excellent too. Spectacular scenery and we saw the penguins! A must do Fiordland trip.

What you can expect

Doubtful Sound, one of New Zealand's most remote fiords, offers a rare wilderness few get to experience, made accessible through our unforgettable single-day adventure. Cruise along Doubtful Sound’s 40km stretch of pristine waterways surrounded by untouched nature, towering peaks and powerful waterfalls. In New Zealand’s deepest fiord, you’re exploring the home of abundant native wildlife, like bottlenose dolphins, NZ fur seals, and Fiordland crested penguins. Experience one of the most expansive and awe-inspiring fiords in this epic wilderness.

You will start with a scenic cruise across Lake Manapouri, then journey over the epic Wilmot Pass through lush Fiordland rainforest and enjoy the fascinating commentary delivered by our coach drivers around the history and filming locations featured in the area. After, you'll board a spacious vessel to kick off a 2.5-hour cruise through some of the area's astounding scenery as your accompanying experienced nature guide provides commentary and answers any questions you might have. During the cruise be sure to keep your eyes open for the many varieties of wonderful wildlife that inhabit the region including fur seals which can be seen basking in the sun or bottlenose dolphins which inhabit Doubtful Sound's waters.

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What you need to know

Inclusions
  • 45 min boat ride across Lake Manapouri
  • 45 min coach trip over the Wilmot Pass
  • 3 hour luxury cruise on Doubtful Sound
Duration
  • Please allow 8 hours
Departure Location
  • 7:30am & 10:30am in summer & 10:00am only in winter
  • Self drive to Pearl Harbour, Manapouri
  • Operates daily all year
FAQs
  • Is the Doubtful Sound day cruise accessible if you have difficulty getting in and out of small boats? The cruise is very accessible if you have a walker as there are ramps on and off the boat. The only issue you will encounter are steps, you would need to be able to get up steps to board the coach.
  • Is there a toilet on the Doubtful Sound day cruise and the bus? There is a toilet on the cruise across Lake Manapouri, they have toilets at the Visitor Centre before you board the coach, then it is short 45-minute coach trip into Deep Cove, once at deep Cove you will board the vessel for your day cruise which also has toilets on board.
  • Does the Doubtful Sound day tour include a visit to the power station? Unfortunately, you are unable to visit the power station at the moment.
  • Is there free parking in Manapouri for the Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise? Yes, there is free parking right next to the cruise terminal for the Doubtful Sound Day cruise.
Additional Information
  • Child rates apply (5-15yrs)
  • Children 4 years or under travel free of charge
  • Dress warmly for the cruise boat & don't forget your camera
  • Tea and coffee available for purchase on the cruise
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
  • 7.30am, 10.30am, 1pm available seasonally

Recent reviews

4.7/5
Based on 57 reviews
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Rebecca Hutto

3 months ago

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Charlise Carotenuto

5 months ago

Absolutely AMAZING. I've been wanting to do this trip for 20 years and I'm so very happy to have finally done it. Worth every minute.

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Colin Metcalfe

5 months ago

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