RealNZ - Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

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Experience the unrivalled beauty and pristine wilderness of Doubtful Sound with an unforgettable RealNZ day cruise.

Experience the unrivalled beauty and pristine wilderness of Doubtful Sound with an unforgettable RealNZ day cruise.

Highlights

  • Refresh, relax and reconnect with nature in Patea Doubtful Sound
  • Lake cruise across picturesque Lake Manapouri
  • Coach trip over the epic Wilmot Pass through Fiordland’s rainforest
  • 3-hour cruise through the remote waterways of Doubtful Sound
  • Insightful commentary by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide
  • Wildlife viewing, including dolphins, fur seals and penguins

Begin your adventure with a cruise across the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri to West Arm.

From there a scenic drive over Wilmot Pass, with photo opportunities along the way to view Doubtful Sound glistening below.

Upon arrival at Doubtful Sound, you’ll be welcomed by our crew to board our vessel. Take advantage of her viewing decks in good weather. If the rains set in, come back into the warm and gaze in awe at the jaw-dropping views of Doubtful Sound through the Patea's large glass windows.

Experience a mesmerizing and enchanting cruise through this fiord with rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets.

Our nature guides will share their knowledge of this pristine fiord and point out any wildlife we may encounter, including dolphins and fur seals.

Three times longer than Milford Sound, immerse yourself in the sheer beauty and vastness of the isolated Doubtful Sound.

Adult $359.00 (Aged 16+)
Adult 10.30am & 1pm $399.00 (Aged 16+)
Child $179.00 (5 to 15yrs)
Infant $0.00 (0 - 4 years )
Child 10.30am & 1pm $199.00 (5 to 15yrs)
Adult - 8am $359.00 (Aged 16+)

What's included

  • Cruise across crystal clear Lake Manapouri to West Arm
  • Coach trip through Fiordland’s rainforest and over Wilmot Pass
  • Dedicated nature guide
  • Cruise Doubtful Sound

Location

  • RealNZ Visitor Centre
  • 64 Waiau Street
  • Manapouri

Notes

  • Departs: RealNZ Visitor Centre, 64 Waiau Street, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri.

    Manapouri is 2.5 3hrs drive from Queenstown.

  • Check In: Please check in a minimum of 30 minutes prior to departure.

Available Bookings from 23 Nov to 6 Dec 2025

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult $359.00
  • Child$179.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00

  • Adult 10.30am & 1pm$399.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
  • Child 10.30am & 1pm$199.00
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Yannick from France wrote on 05 May 2023

Quelle beauté !🤩

Une expérience incroyable avec la traversée aller/retour du lac Manapuri qui offre faire déjà des vues incroyables. Le trajet en bus avec chauffeur sympathique qui donne des informations éclairées et des arrêts pour des points de vues ;et le Doubtful Sound, grandiose!!!

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Shane Morse from New Zealand wrote on 11 January 2023

Doubtful Sound

Unfortunately we had a couple of small logistical issues which otherwise marred what is quite a remarkable experience. It is quite a long day, but the tour company operates to a high standard with comfortable boats and buses. Friendly staff and informative staff. I would highly recommend the tour.

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prashantp3 from India wrote on 05 March 2025

Excellent. A must-do!

The whole trip is mesmerizing! The haul across the Manapouri lake, then the bus drive through the awesome Wilmot pass and then of course, the piece-de-resistance - the cruise through the Doubtful sound! All perfect. The weather was perfect too - it was overcast, even raining - and that possibly got us to see many more waterfalls. The seals at the end of the outbound cruise were such darlings! Overall, a day well spent. Full value for the money and time invested!

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Yuamand from Taiwan wrote on 05 September 2024

完美的行程體驗

非常完美的體驗: 1. 乘船地點非常好停車,包含Camper。 2. 行程中包含了下雨與陽光,也因此遇見彩虹。 3. 我們船上大約23人,人數很剛好,不會太擁擠也不會太吵雜。 4. 低度開發的道佛峽灣,可以靜靜觀賞美麗的峽灣

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Tony Allen from New Zealand wrote on 14 July 2024

Awesome Natrual Beaty

Doubtful Sound is one of the natural beauties of the world. A must see if your in New Zealand. Bookme was very easy to use and to make the booking with. Cheaper than the rest too. Thanks Bookme, we had a fabulous day.

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