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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

4.8(284)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 284 reviews48 hBy RealNZ
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

About this activity

Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on New Zealand’s South Island. Cruise on a traditional two-mast sailing scow (flat-bottomed trading boat) along the pristine waters of the fiords, and see a vast array of wildlife including dolphins, seals and penguins in their natural habitats.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time to check in.

What's included

  • ✓Cruise on Manapouri Lake
  • ✓Coach transfers across Wilmot Pass
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Specialist nature guide
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound

Not included

  • ✕Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

  • Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • What to bring: comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket, warm clothing, and swimsuit
  • For passenger comfort and safety, only one overnight bag per person is allowed on board
  • Maximum of 2 people per booking for twin rooms. Please create separate bookings if multiple twin rooms are required. Odd number of guests will require a mix of twin room and single occupancy. For example, 3 guests would need 1 twin room and 1 single occupancy.
  • Kayaking age restriction: Children under 10 years old are not permitted to participate in kayaking activities

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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