Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau
Overview
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9 hours
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Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri. Then it's over Wilmot Pass, stopping along the way to experience some of Fiordland's densest rainforest and to view the colorful alpine moss gardens before joining the 2-hour 45-minute Doubtful Sound Cruise that takes in the most dramatic scenery of Doubtful Sound.
Additional Info
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 Real Journeys 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Doubtful Sound cruise
Live commentary on board
Lake Manapouri cruise
Food and drinks
What To Expect
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.
Lake Manapouri
Cruise across Lake Manapouri to the Wilmot Pass. Take in the amazing mountain scenery from on board a modern catamaran.
Options
Peak Period - 9:45am Departure
Off-peak - 9:15am Departure
1st May - 30th Sept 2024
May-Sept
Peak Period- 6:45am Departure
Reviews
259 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Disappointing and dishonest feeling
bina G,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
1.00The tour has been taken place even it was raining and we could see any thing We all the time were inside the ship . It was waste of time and money
Doubtful Sound
Adrian K,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip the weather was kind and all the staff and info was great. I hate the minimum out your expectation of a review you need to review it…..
Doubtful Sound Tour
Lora B,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this tour. You are on the bus a couple times for a while, but the scenery is very nice. The boat rides were spectacular with some of the most beautiful outdoor scenes I have ever seen. Our Milford tour got canceled due to weather, but we have been told that this is truly the best of the sound tours, just a little harder to get to. Recommend this tour highly!
Great trip with an...
Barry K,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip with an excellent company. Everything about the excursion was perfect. A beautiful place to see the sound.
Absolutely recommend
Lindsay C,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely beautiful! We loved the entire experience, it was absolutely stunning. We had mixed weather, but that meant we saw beautiful rainbows and waterfalls as well. We got to see some seals napping out near the sea. Definitely recommend! Even the bus ride is filled with stunning views.
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