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• Doubtfull sounds experience

  Karin N,Apr 2, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  It was a great experience, we had a beautiful day, use a product against sandflies. The only thing we didn't understand is that we went back with a much smaller boat, which was less comfertable. That was the only thing we didn't like. But nevertheless a beautiful experience. Greetings.

• Wow factor

  Fearless52065973716,Apr 2, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  A big day out with endless beauty and wow at every turn. This tour showcased this majestic island and the history of it's discovery and inhabitance.

• Excellent.

  Kimberly T,Mar 29, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Super on time bus departure. There are snacks and coffee/drinks on board every boat so no need to really pack your own or pre order. Views are amazing. Bus driver was funny as hell! He could be a part time comedian. Educational and beautiful. Pray for rain!

• Fantastic day trip

  Andrea P,Mar 28, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Extremely well organised. Well worth the effort to discover this natural beauty. I’ve done Milford sound so thought I’d try doubtful. Way less busy !

• Milford was better

  Mary T,Mar 26, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  4.00

  This was beautiful but there were so many people that it was hard to enjoy. We did a small group tour of Milford and much preferred it over Doubtful Sound. We did see dolphins, kind of, because you’re fighting other people, we did see seals, kind of, because you’re fighting other people. We did get some nice landscape pictures, kind of, because there was other people vying for the same location and invading pictures. It was beautiful, we aren’t sorry we did it, but we preferred Milford small group with Fiordland Tours

• A great day at Doubtful Sound

  Andrew D,Mar 22, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  Amazing scenery and you really felt you were in the wild. Great information provided both on board the buses and boat.

• We really enjoyed our...

  Tim G,Mar 19, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  We really enjoyed our Doubtful Sound tour as each of the staff was very friendly and informative. Transportation seemed to be on time each step of the way and each of the bus and boat rides to Doubtful Sound seemed to be scenic and pleasurable. A cafe with coffee and pastries was available before boarding the boat on Lake Manipouri and the Doubtful Sound ship also had food and drinks for sale. Preordered lunch boxes were available for purchase but many packed their own lunch. The ships offer comfortable inside seating with plenty of standing room outside also. We had perfect weather. Doubtful Sound offers a less crowded and touristy experience than the typical Milford Sound trip. Highly recommend.

• Great Experience with Real NZ

  Kim W,Mar 18, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Very much enjoyed our day trip to Doubtful Sound with Real NZ. From check in to return everything was carefully planned and fulfilled with efficiency and professionalism. Staff members were cheerful and happy to answer all our questions. Abigail our primary guide and narrator was very knowledgeable and her presentation was excellent! Obviously the scenery was the star of the show. From crossing Lake Manapouri, riding up and over the pass, to the awesome and peaceful views throughout Doubtful Sound, we had a wonderful filled day.

  

  

  

• Spectacular Scenery

  111dianab,Mar 16, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We are NZers and unfortunately when we booked it must have shown as a US site, so we were charged $US which made it pretty expensive. We left from Te Anau and our bus driver was very helpful and friendly. We weren’t impressed with our bus driver for Wilmot Pass as he was very rusty driving a manual bus. We chose a different driver to return with. She was much better. The boat trips were both great, but I thought there was too much commentary on Doubtful Sound. I enjoyed it when the boat’s engines were cut so we could enjoy the tranquility of the area.

  

  

  

  

• This was an exceptional...

  Alison H,Mar 16, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  This was an exceptional day and I'd love to bring my children and grandchildren back to have this unforgettable experience. Aĺl the staff at RealNZ were incredibly efficient and pleasant and the whole day went seamlessly. Thankyou for an amazing experience

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