From Manapouri: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip

Discover the beauty of Doubtful Sound in Fiordland National Park on a guided day trip from Manapouri. Cruise across Lake Manapouri, ride over Wilmot Pass, and admire the magical waterways of Doubtful Sound. Choose the early departure option for a half-day trip that includes a 2-hour cruise of Doubtful Sound's inner fjords, or choose the standard full-day trip that includes a 3-hour cruise of Doubtful Sound. Make a stop en route to experience the dense Fiordland rainforest. At Deep Cove, board the Patea Explorer, a purpose-built catamaran, for a 3-hour scenic cruise on Doubtful Sound. Admire waterfalls, rainforests, and mountains during the cruise. You might spot the resident pod of bottlenose dolphins, the colony of fur seals at the mouth of the fiord, or even rare Fiordland crested penguins. During the cruise, knowledgeable nature guides will provide informative commentary. Admire the views of rock faces with flowing waterfalls, mist hanging around the tops of the mountains, and gushing rivers and streams. At the end of your tour, return to the departure point in Manapouri.