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RealNZ - Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

Highlights

Refresh, relax and reconnect with nature in Patea Doubtful Sound
Lake cruise across picturesque Lake Manapouri
Coach trip over the epic Wilmot Pass through Fiordland’s rainforest
3-hour cruise through the remote waterways of Doubtful Sound
Insightful commentary by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide
Wildlife viewing, including dolphins, fur seals and penguins

Begin your adventure with a cruise across the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri to West Arm.

From there a scenic drive over Wilmot Pass, with photo opportunities along the way to view Doubtful Sound glistening below.

Upon arrival at Doubtful Sound, you’ll be welcomed by our crew to board our purpose built vessel. Take advantage of her viewing decks in good weather, and if the rains set in, feel free to keep wrapped up in the warm – never missing a beat of the view through her large glass windows.

Experience a mesmerizing and enchanting cruise through this fiord with rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets.

Our nature guides will share their knowledge of this pristine fiord and point out any wildlife we may encounter, including dolphins and fur seals.

Three times longer than Milford Sound, immerse yourself in the sheer beauty and vastness of the isolated Doubtful Sound.

Adult $349.00 (Aged 16+)

Adult 10.30am $389.00 (Aged 16+)

Child $175.00 (5 to 15yrs)

Infant $0.00 (0 - 4 years )

Child 10.30am $195.00 (5 to 15yrs)

What's included

Cruise across crystal clear Lake Manapouri to West Arm
Coach trip through Fiordland’s rainforest and over Wilmot Pass
Dedicated nature guide
Cruise Doubtful Sound

Location

RealNZ Visitor Centre, 64 Waiau Street, Manapouri

Notes

Departs: RealNZ Visitor Centre, 64 Waiau Street, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri.
Manapouri is 2.5 3hrs drive from Queenstown.
Check In: Please check in a minimum of 30 minutes prior to departure.

Available Bookings from 16 Nov to 29 Nov 2024

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult $349.00
Child$175.00
Infant Free of Charge

Bookings close in 8 hours...

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

Adult 10.30am$389.00
Infant Free of Charge
Child 10.30am$195.00

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RealNZ - Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

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volkerh from Germany wrote on 04 March 2023

Natur pur

Sehr gut organisiert. Check In reibungslos, obwohl es sehr viele Menschen waren. Fahrt über den Lake Manapouri. Dann umsteigen in den Bus über den Wilfort Pass. Dann wieder umsteigen auf das Boot für die Fahrt im Sound. Herrliche Landschaft mit zahlreichen Wasserfällen. Wir konnten, da das Wetter es zuließ, bis zum Anfang des Fjords fahren, wo sich auf einem Felsen Robben tummelten. Von starkem Regen, über Nieselregen bis Sonnenschein war Alles dabei🤩

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Hannah Benedict from Germany wrote on 14 June 2024

Mega Tour :)

Es war eine richtig mega Fahrt! Ich hatte mir eine Kostgrenze bei $300 gesetzt, demnach haben die 299 genau gepasst- und das war es auch wert. Wir hatten sehr viel commentary, sowohl auf der Fähre, als auch im Bus und auf der 3 Stunden Cruise. Ich hab nette Leute kennengelernt, mit denen ich den Tag verbracht habe und wir haben Albatrosse, Pinguine und Robben gesehen- und noch ganz viele andere Tiere (vor allem Vögel). Im Vergleich zum Milford Sound gab es ein paar Wasserfälle weniger (es hatte die letzten Tage aber auch nicht geregnet), ansonsten finde ich Doubtful Sound wahrscheinlich sogar schöner. Auf jeden Fall ruhiger, mit einer längeren Fahrt und mehr Wald. Und schönen Schnee bedeckten Bergen. 10/10 would do again :)

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dieterb from Germany wrote on 13 February 2024

Sehr empfehlenswert

Sehr zu empfehlen. Angenehme Moderation auf dem Boot und im Bus.

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Michael Herkert from Germany wrote on 10 January 2020

Super Rundfahrt in den Fjorden

Tolle Organisation ab Manapouiri, moderne Schiffe guter Bus und die Guides sehr gut

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Sabine from Germany wrote on 08 March 2019

Geniale Tour

Wunderschöne Stopps im Sound

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

Adult Aged 16+

Adult 10.30am Aged 16+

Child ^* 5 to 15yrs

Infant ^* 0 - 4 years

Child 10.30am 5 to 15yrs

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