Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

2 hours 45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Lake Manapouri

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

50 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

1st May - 30th Sept 2024

May-Sept

Peak Period- 6:45am Departure

Off-peak - 9:15am Departure

Peak Period - 9:45am Departure

Reviews

4.79

261 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

222

Disappointing and dishonest feeling
bina G,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
1.00
The 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
5.00
Great 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
5.00
We 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
5.00
Great 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
5.00
Absolutely 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.

From NZ$373.00