Doubtful Sound and Lake Manapouri Wilderness Cruise, Te Anau
Your Doubtful Sound cruise begins with a pickup from a central location in Te Anau and a coach journey to Lake Manapouri. After a short boat ride over the lake’s vivid waters, board another bus and cross Wilmot Pass, stopping to view Fiordland's dense rainforest and alpine moss gardens, with a glimpse of Doubtful Sound in the distance. Continue to Deep Cove, where you board a spacious catamaran for your boat tour of Doubtful Sound, part of Fiordland National Park and 10 times larger than the more frequently visited Milford Sound. Amid this pristine wilderness, the deep waters of which are sometimes a vivid blue-green and sun-drenched and other times shrouded in mist, you'll find a rugged landscape of granite peaks and cascading waterfalls. Soak up views of the dramatic topography as your skipper provides insightful commentary and points out South Island wildlife, such as bottlenose dolphins that frequently swim alongside the vessel. Search for rare Fiordland penguins in their natural habitat and New Zealand fur seals, which are often seen basking on the rocks. End with the return trip to Manapouri and a transfer back to Te Anau.
Highlights
- ✓Seals and bottlenose dolphins are often seen
- ✓Learn more about the region from your skipper's live commentary
- ✓Reach parts of Fiordland that are inaccessible any other way
- ✓Enjoy peaceful Doubtful Sound, less often visited than Milford Sound
What you'll see & do
- ✓Take in the scenery and wildlife aboard our comfortable catamaran. Our on board nature guides will be giving an informative commentary throughout the journey.
- ✓Cruise across Lake Manapouri to the Wilmot Pass. Take in the amazing mountain scenery from on board a modern catamaran.
- ✓Board your coach in Te Anau and enjoy a short 30-minute journey through the rolling countryside to Manapouri.
- ✓Board one of our luxury coaches in Te Anau to begin your tour.
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Doubtful Sound cruise
- ✓Live commentary on board
- ✓Lake Manapouri cruise
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks (available to purchase onboard)
Good to know
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruise maximum capacity: 135 people
Please note: During survey the Patea Explorer will be substituted with another vessel from the RealNZ fleet
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket and warm clothing
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Doubtful Sound and Lake Manapouri Wilderness Cruise, Te Anau
Your Doubtful Sound cruise begins with a pickup from a central location in Te Anau and a coach journey to Lake Manapouri. After a short boat ride over the lake’s vivid waters, board another bus and cross Wilmot Pass, stopping to view Fiordland's dense rainforest and alpine moss gardens, with a glimpse of Doubtful Sound in the distance. Continue to Deep Cove, where you board a spacious catamaran for your boat tour of Doubtful Sound, part of Fiordland National Park and 10 times larger than the more frequently visited Milford Sound. Amid this pristine wilderness, the deep waters of which are sometimes a vivid blue-green and sun-drenched and other times shrouded in mist, you'll find a rugged landscape of granite peaks and cascading waterfalls. Soak up views of the dramatic topography as your skipper provides insightful commentary and points out South Island wildlife, such as bottlenose dolphins that frequently swim alongside the vessel. Search for rare Fiordland penguins in their natural habitat and New Zealand fur seals, which are often seen basking on the rocks. End with the return trip to Manapouri and a transfer back to Te Anau.
Highlights
- ✓Seals and bottlenose dolphins are often seen
- ✓Learn more about the region from your skipper's live commentary
- ✓Reach parts of Fiordland that are inaccessible any other way
- ✓Enjoy peaceful Doubtful Sound, less often visited than Milford Sound
What you'll see & do
- ✓Take in the scenery and wildlife aboard our comfortable catamaran. Our on board nature guides will be giving an informative commentary throughout the journey.
- ✓Cruise across Lake Manapouri to the Wilmot Pass. Take in the amazing mountain scenery from on board a modern catamaran.
- ✓Board your coach in Te Anau and enjoy a short 30-minute journey through the rolling countryside to Manapouri.
- ✓Board one of our luxury coaches in Te Anau to begin your tour.
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Doubtful Sound cruise
- ✓Live commentary on board
- ✓Lake Manapouri cruise
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks (available to purchase onboard)
Good to know
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruise maximum capacity: 135 people
Please note: During survey the Patea Explorer will be substituted with another vessel from the RealNZ fleet
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket and warm clothing
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.