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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Manapouri

Doubtful Sound is a natural wonderland in the heart of New Zealand's Fiordland region - discover its silence, solace and more with this wilderness cruise.
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Manapouri

Highlights

  • Spacious, purpose-built catamaran

  • Spectacular, world-class Fiordland scenery

  • Spectacular 3 hour Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

  • Spot dolphins, fur seals and crested penguins

  • Cruise Lake Manapouri & coach over Wilmot Pass

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Inclusions

  • Full day Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
  • Luxury launch cruise across Lake Manapouri and coach trip over Wilmot Pass
  • Three hour full length cruise on a modern, spacious catamaran with excellent viewing
  • Wildlife viewing opportunities including fur seals, dolphins and the rare Fiordland crested penguin
  • Expert commentary
  • Interpretation hand-out sheets in 5 languages: English, German, French, Spanish and Japanese
  • Dedicated nature guide with specialist knowledge of flora and fauna
  • Complimentary tea and coffee on board

Itinerary

  • Cruise across the crystal waters of Lake Manapouri to West Arm before boarding a coach and crossing the alpine route of Wilmot Pass through some of Fiordland’s most dense rainforest. On reaching Deep Cove, board a beautiful vessel for a three hour cruise exploring the waterways of this serene and isolated fiord
  • There is plenty of time available to explore points of interest and view the spectacular alpine scenery including waterfalls, rainforest and mountains all the way out to the Tasman Sea
  • It is home to bottlenose dolphins and fur seals and when in season, the rare Fiordland crested penguin. An on-board nature guide with specialist knowledge of the region’s history, flora and fauna provides detailed interpretation in English with a roving microphone

Extras

  • Snacks are available for purchase on board only i.e. chips, chocolate, biscuits etc (cash only).

Highlights

  • Cruise across the crystal clear Lake Manapouri to West Arm
  • Coach trip through Fiordland's rainforest and over Wilmot Pass
  • 3 hour cruise on Doubtful Sound, a pristine, beautiful fiord
  • View rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and hidden inlets
  • Spot dolphins, fur seals and the rare Fiordland crested penguins
  • Dedicated nature guide
  • Expert commentary
  • Doubtful Sound is 3 times longer than Milford Sound

Duration

  • Total tour time is approximately 8hrs

Hotel Pickup

  • Hotel pick ups are not offered for this tour. Please meet at the Real NZ Visitor Centre, 64 Waiau St, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri
  • Parking is available on Waiau Street

What To Bring

  • Non-slip shoes/boots
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Warm sweater/fleece jacket
  • Sunscreen/sunglasses
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking, however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
  • Prices are seasonal and are constantly changing. The from price displayed may not always be the price you are going to pay, as once you click on your specified date, the price will change to reflect the price for that date/season. Please note that in some cases where you cannot click on a date to obtain the price, please call us so we can assist you
  • Cruise vessel subject to change without notice
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device

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