Doubtful Sound is a massive wilderness area of rugged peaks, rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets - all deep in the heart of Fiordland National Park. The beauty and isolation of Doubtful Sound are so compelling that it’s difficult to believe you were in civilisation just a few hours earlier.
A day excursion into this pristine fiord begins with a cruise across beautiful Lake Manapouri to West Arm. You will then board a coach and travel the sub-alpine road over Wilmot Pass, pausing along the way to experience the dense Fiordland rainforest and view Doubtful Sound glistening far below. On arrival in Doubtful Sound, you will board a spacious catamaran for a 3 hour cruise through some of the fiord’s most stunning scenery. Throughout the cruise, a specialist nature guide provides commentary, answers questions and points out highlights.
Wildlife sightings are common in Doubtful Sound. Fur seals bask on rocky outcrops and the fiord’s resident pod of bottlenose dolphins are often seen roving through the deep, dark waters. A day excursion to Doubtful Sound also includes a visit to one of New Zealand’s major sources of sustainable hydro-power - the Manapouri Underground Power Station.
VENUE LOCATION
LOCATION
Departs from from Manapouri. Pick up is available from Te Anau and Queenstown, New Zealand.
STATE
South Island
SESSION TIMES
DETAILS
Tours depart daily, all year round at 9:45am.
Coach connections are available from Queenstown and Te Anau at an extra cost. Pick up from Te Anau is at 7:30am, 8:30am and 10:30am.
DURATION
8 Hours
PARTICIPANTS
MINIMUM / MAXIMUM NUMBERS
Cruises require a minimum number of confirmed participants to operate.
GUIDELINES
Anyone may participate in this experience, provided they have no relevant medical conditions.
DRESSCODE / WHAT TO BRING
Participants are advised to bring non-slip shoes/boots, waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent and camera.
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Cruises are subject to availability and may cancel due to any unforseen circumstances, such as foul weather or insufficient numbers.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW LONG IS MY GIFT VOUCHER VALID FOR?
All gift vouchers are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase.
CAN I EXTEND THE VALIDITY OF MY GIFT VOUCHER?
Extension options are available upto an additional 3 months from the date of purchase.
If your voucher has not yet expired, we can extend your voucher for an administration fee of $10.00 per month / per voucher (upto three months).
If your voucher has already expired and you contact us within 30 days of its expiry, we can extend it for an administration fee of $30.00 per month / per voucher (one month only).
If your voucher has already expired and you contact us more than 30 days after the expiry of your voucher, the voucher cannot be extended.
WHAT ARE THE EXACT LOCATION DETAILS AND DIRECTIONS?
Once you have made an online booking and activated your experience voucher, you will receive an email containing exact location details.
WHAT ARE THE CONTACT DETAILS OF THE SUPPLIER?
After making an online booking and activating your gift voucher, you will receive an email containing the suppliers' contact details.
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DOUBTFUL SOUND WILDERNESS CRUISE (NZ1362)
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$265.00
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Coach from Queenstown
$350.00
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Coach from Te Anau
$287.00
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Doubtful Sound is a massive wilderness area of rugged peaks, rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets - all deep in the heart of Fiordland National Park. The beauty and isolation of Doubtful Sound are so compelling that it’s difficult to believe you were in civilisation just a few hours earlier.
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