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Overview
Be struck by the beautiful silence of Doubtful Sound as you cruise the crystal waters and take in the breathtaking scenery. Journey across Lake Manapouri, cross over the 670-meter high Wilmot Pass and enjoy a 2 hour and 45-minute cruise through pure serenity that is Doubtful Sound. This trip is a round trip of approximately 13 hours. If you wish to pre-order a picnic lunch, please contact the supplier directly after booking. Hotel pick up/drop off from select locations is available - please call RealNZ directly to find out if there is a pick up close to your accommodation. Please be sure to arrive at your pick up location 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Meeting and Pickup
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Redemption Instructions
If you would like to arrange a local hotel pick up or if you would like to add on a lunch or upgrade your seating you are welcome to contact RealNZ via phone at least 48 hours prior to departure or preferably as soon as you’ve booked. Hotel pickups commence prior to the departure time, you must contact us to verify your exact pickup time. Upon check in please present your voucher in exchange for your activity. Please ensure you check in 20 minutes prior to departure time. We also recommend packing with you: Comfortable walking shoes/boots, a waterproof jacket, warm clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent and a camera!
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Cruise around Doubtful Sound in the beautiful Fiordland National Park.
2. Take in the scenery and wildlife aboard our comfortable catamaran. Our on board nature guides will be giving an informative commentary throughout the journey.
3. Cruise across Lake Manapouri to the Wilmot Pass. Take in the amazing mountain scenery from on board a modern catamaran.
4. Board a luxury coach in Queenstown and travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu and through rolling countryside to Manapouri township.
5. Begin your journey in Queenstown, where you will board one of our luxury coaches for travelling to Manapouri.
6. Your first stage of the journey ends in Manapouri, and will continue from here with a 50 minute catamaran cruise across the townships stunning lake.
7. Our coaches will make a brief stop in Te Anau to pick up other passengers. Take this time to enjoy the scenery in the amazing part of the world.
Inclusion
Live commentary on board
Exclusion
Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket and warm clothing
Please note: During survey the Patea Explorer will be substituted with another vessel from the RealNZ fleet
Reviews
4.7
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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