Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise aboard the Wanderer

Meals included
Self drive
Free parking
Fitness level low
Intensity level low
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Highlights & inclusions

Beautiful trip across Lake Manapouri and Wilmot Pass with guided commentary
Breakfast, lunch & full buffet dinner included
Optional water activities each day
Nature Guide on board
Spot the native wildlife that call Doubtful home
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From
$1011.08AUD

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November 2024

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Adult • Single Occupancy Ages 16+
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Adults • Twin-Share Cabin Ages 16+There is a minimum quantity of 2 for this option
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Adults • Family-Share Cabin Ages 16+There is a minimum quantity of 2 for this option
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Children • Twin-Share Cabin Ages 3-15
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Children • Family-Share Cabin Ages 3-15
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What you can expect

Escape to the peace and tranquillity of Doubtful Sound on a magical overnight cruise.

  • Enjoy accommodation in private cabins with ensuite bathrooms or family-share bunk cabins with shared bathrooms
  • Buffet dinner and breakfast prepared by our on-board chef
  • Plenty of opportunities for wildlife viewing
  • Choose to explore the shoreline by kayak or small boat included
  • Specialist nature guide on board who provides insightful commentary

Location

60 Waiau Street, Manapouri, Southland 9679

What you need to know

Note
  • All food and beverage purchases aboard the vessels in Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Queenstown, and Te Anau, as well as at Walter Peak and the Manapouri Café, do not accept cash. A cashless system will provide a smoother, more efficient experience for both guests and staff
  • Payment terminals accept all major credit cards and debit cards, including AMEX, WeChat Pay, AliPay and Union Pay, as well as contactless payment options like Apple Pay and Google Pay.
  • RealNZ is going cashless on all food and beverage purchases in experience.
  • This means that all food and beverage purchases aboard our vessels in Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Queenstown, and Te Anau, as well as at Walter Peak and the Manapouri Café, will no longer accept cash. A cashless system will provide a smoother, more efficient experience for both our guests and staff.
  • Our payment terminals accept all major credit cards and debit cards, including AMEX, WeChat Pay, AliPay and Union Pay, as well as contactless payment options like Apple Pay and Google Pay.
  • Note: Fee of 1.5% applies to food and beverage purchases by credit card only. The fee does not apply to purchases in Retail Store at Walter Peak, or merchandise purchased from our Visitor Centres.
Inclusions
  • Plated three-course dinner and continental breakfast prepared by our on-board chef
  • Water activities: Kayaking or jump on the tender craft (small boat)
  • Complimentary tea and coffee is available
  • Nature guide providing commentary and assists with wildlife spotting
Highlights
  • Enjoy a hearty dinner including soups, buffet of salads and hot dishes and a selection of desserts and cheeses (vegetarian options available)
  • You’ll also enjoy a buffet breakfast on-board
  • Fully licensed bar with snacks and drinks available for purchase
  • Two days, one night experience.
Time
  • Departure: 1:00pm
  • Return: 12:15pm (following day)
  • Operating Season : 15 December 2023 - 31 March 2024
Departure Location
  • This experience departs from 64 Waiau Street, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri. Allow 2.5 – 3 hours if driving from Queenstown and 20 minutes from Te Anau
  • Free overnight parking is available in Manapouri
What To Bring
  • Only one carry-on bag is recommended for passenger convenience and for safety reasons
  • Non-slip walking shoes/boots
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Warm sweater/fleece jacket
  • Change of clothes
  • Sunscreen/sunglasses
  • Insect repellent
  • Swimwear (optional)
  • Camera
  • Cash for bar and snacks
  • Lunch and snacks for the first day
  • Personal medication including for asthma and allergies
  • Essential items if you are doing activities. Activities take place even if it is raining.
Additional Information
  • Wanderer Boat has Shared bathrooms
  • Navigator has private bathrooms
  • Single passengers must pay sole occupancy rates for a twin share cabin.
  • Family share cabin requires minimum of 2 guests per cabin.
  • Children Twin-Share Cabin - An adult must be booked per child
  • Children Family-Share Cabin - An adult must be booked per child