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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

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$464.00 per person

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12 hours (approx.) Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Full-day return trip from Queenstown to Doubtful Sound via Te Anau and Manapouri, with coach, catamaran crossings, nature commentary and select hotel pick-up.

Tour Overview

Travel from Queenstown to Doubtful Sound on a full day journey of approximately 13 hours, combining coach and catamaran travel through Fiordland National Park.

Your day begins in Queenstown aboard a luxury coach, following the shores of Lake Wakatipu and passing through rolling countryside to Manapouri township. There is a brief stop in Te Anau to pick up other passengers, with time to take in the scenery before continuing. From Manapouri, the journey carries on with a 50 minute catamaran cruise across Lake Manapouri, surrounded by mountain scenery, before crossing the 670 metre high Wilmot Pass.

The final stage is a 2 hour and 45 minute cruise on Doubtful Sound aboard a comfortable catamaran. Here, the pace slows and the emphasis is on the quiet of the fiord, the crystal waters, and the changing views of Fiordland National Park. On board nature guides provide informative commentary throughout the cruise, including details on the scenery and wildlife seen along the way.

This is a round trip returning to Queenstown. Picnic lunches can be pre ordered directly with the supplier after booking. Hotel pick up and drop off is available from select locations, and passengers should be ready at their pick up point 15 minutes before departure.

What's Included

  • Live commentary on board

Not Included:

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

    Cruise around Doubtful Sound in the beautiful Fiordland National Park.

    Pass by without stopping

  2. 2

    Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

    Take in the scenery and wildlife aboard our comfortable catamaran. Our on board nature guides will be giving an informative commentary throughout the journey.

    2 hours 45 minutes

  3. 3

    Lake Manapouri

    Cruise across Lake Manapouri to the Wilmot Pass. Take in the amazing mountain scenery from on board a modern catamaran.

    50 minutes

  4. 4

    Lake Wakatipu

    Board a luxury coach in Queenstown and travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu and through rolling countryside to Manapouri township.

    Pass by without stopping

  5. 5

    Queenstown

    Begin your journey in Queenstown, where you will board one of our luxury coaches for travelling to Manapouri.

    Pass by without stopping

  6. 6

    Manapouri

    Your first stage of the journey ends in Manapouri, and will continue from here with a 50 minute catamaran cruise across the townships stunning lake.

    10 minutes

  7. 7

    Te Anau

    Our coaches will make a brief stop in Te Anau to pick up other passengers. Take this time to enjoy the scenery in the amazing part of the world.

    10 minutes

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

88 Beach Street

88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

If you would like to arrange a local hotel pick up or if you would like to add on a lunch or upgrade your seating you are welcome to contact RealNZ via phone at least 48 hours prior to departure or preferably as soon as you’ve booked. Hotel pickups commence prior to the departure time, you must contact us to verify your exact pickup time. Upon check in please present your voucher in exchange for your activity. Please ensure you check in 20 minutes prior to departure time. We also recommend packing with you: Comfortable walking shoes/boots, a waterproof jacket, warm clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent and a camera!

Additional Info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please wear comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket and warm clothing
  • Please note: During survey the Patea Explorer will be substituted with another vessel from the RealNZ fleet

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.