About this experience
Travel to an untouched world in Fiordland National Park from Te Anau. Enjoy a cruise across Lake Manapouri, a short coach trip over Wilmot Pass, then discover Doubtful Sound on a magnificent cruise. Be on the lookout dolphins, fur seals and more!
Highlights
- Climb aboard a catamaran for a 3 hour cruise of the spectacular fiord
- Keep a lookout for dolphins, seals and even penguins
- Take advantage of a licensed bar onboard, with snack options
- Learn about the region from your knowledgeable nature guide
- Enjoy a peaceful cruise across the crystal-clear Lake Manapouri
What's included
- Return transport from Te Anau to Manapouri
- Return Lake Manapouri cruise
- Return short bus trip with commentary through Wilmot Pass
- Live commentary
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Discover Doubtful Sound on a day trip from Te Anau and experience the remote wilderness of Fiordland National Park. Start your trip by journeying 30 minutes by coach through rolling countryside from Te Anau to Manapouri.From Manapouri, cruise across the picturesque Lake Manapouri, followed by a coach trip across the breathtaking Wilmot Pass. Enjoy some photo stops along New Zealand's most expensive (and majestic) road and admire the dense surrounding rainforest. On reaching Deep Cove, board the Patea Explorer to begin the 3 hour cruise of the spectacular and remote Doubtful Sound. When it rains in Fiordland, the landscape is especially dramatic. Look out for waterfalls, rainforests, mountains and wildlife. Your knowledgeable nature guides will provide engaging and informative commentary throughout. Bring your own lunch, or purchase drinks and snacks on board in the vessel’s bar and cafe. At the end of your cruise, return over Wilmot Pass by coach and cruise across Lake Manapouri before the short coach journey back to Te Anau.
Things to note
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Insect repellent
- Packed lunch
- Personal medication
- Sunscreen
Terms & conditions
• Please note that during the survey the Patea Explorer will be substituted with another vessel
• It is recommended to bring clothing and footwear for cool and wet weather
• Due to the multi-leg journey and floating wharf access, guests will need to have a reasonable level of mobility
• Please note our experiences are cashless. We do accept card payments on board the vessels - thank you!