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Highlights

• Overnight cruise in Doubtful Sound
• Family quad share rooms
• Delicious buffer dinner & breakfast
• Kayaking or tender craft tour included

Description

Doubtful Sound, located in Fiordland in the far south west of New Zealand, is simply breathtaking. This remote but vast area must be experienced and an overnight cruise really is the best way to get the most out of this pristine destination. Relax in the peace that engulfs you as you admire the sheer beauty of the wild flora and fauna. Doubtful Sound is the second largest fiord of the many located in Fiordland National Park and is approximately ten times larger than well known, Milford Sound. The atmosphere is powerful with the unique feeling of solitude that overwhelms those who visit this spectacular sound. 

Cruise across majestic Lake Manapouri, littered with 33 small islands, before getting in a coach to navigate Wilmot Pass. On arrival in Deep Cove you will board the Fiordland Navigator, your home for the night, and cruise deep into Doubtful Sound. 

On board the stunning Fiordland Navigator you will have plenty of time to explore Doubtful Sound's secluded passages. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife encounters including bottlenose dolphins, fur seals and if you're lucky the rare Fiordland crested penguin. Choose to kayak at your leisure following the rugged shoreline or enjoy a ride in the tender craft with an informative nature guide. As the day comes to an end the Fiordland Navigator will park up at a cherished spot for the evening. Sit back and enjoy a drink as you appreciate the closing views for the day before tucking into a delectable buffet dinner in the elegant dining saloon. 

Your room for the evening will be in a gender specific quad share room made up of four singled beds in bunk-style. This is the best value for money accommodation on the boat. If you are a couple looking for a more private cabin with an ensuite bathroom then you can book a twin share room at the following link: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise Twin Share. 

Includes

• 45 min boat ride across Lake Manapouri
• Luxury cruise on Doubtful Sound on board the Fiordland Navigator
• Overnight accommodation in quad share bunk style beds
• Kayaking or tender craft (small boat) tour
• 3 course buffet dinner & cooked breakfast

Duration

• 24 hours (overnight)

Departures

• 12:30 pm from Manapouri (returns by 12:00 pm the next day)
• The boat departs from Manapouri, transfers available from Queenstown or Te Anau
• Operates daily during summer only (Sep - Apr)

Other Information

• Cancellations made within 30 days prior to the date of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee
• Within 30 days, the amendment of travel date can be made outside 5 days prior to travel
• Family Quad Share Cabins only available for families or groups of 2 - 4 people. Twin share and sole occupancy rooms can be booked at the following link: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise Twin Share
• Rooms are quad share (sleep 4) with bunk style beds
• Child rates apply 5-15 years for quad share accommodation. Quad share rooms are not suitable for kids under 5 years of age 
• If you are travelling with kids under 5 years, you will need to book the Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise Twin Share
• The boat sleeps a maximum of 70 people
• There is no food available on board until dinner, so please ensure you bring a picnic lunch & snacks
• Limited space for luggage so we recommend taking a small backpack only overnight
• Dress warmly and don't forget your camera
• Free tea and coffee is available on the cruise boat as well as a fully licensed bar

Normal Retail Prices

• ex Manapouri:
  • Adult (quad share per person) NZD$599.00
  • Child (5-15yrs) NZD$299.00
• ex Te Anau:
  • Adult (quad share per person) NZD$619.00
  • Child (5-15yrs) NZD$319.00
• ex Queenstown:
  • Adult (quad share per person) NZD$659.00
  • Child (5-15yrs) NZD$359.00