Discover the untouched beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise aboard the Wanderer. This is an intimate experience travelling through the 'Sound of Silence', with a maximum of 36 passengers onboard. With spectacular scenery, delicious plated meals, water activities and comfortable cabins with shared bathrooms, this Doubtful Sound boat trip has everything you need to create your most memorable night in New Zealand.
The Doubtful Sound overnight cruise experience begins with a boat tour across Lake Manapouri, followed by a scenic coach ride across the alpine Wilmot Pass. Upon reaching Deep Cove n Doubtful Sound, you'll be welcomed aboard the Wanderer, ready to explore the breathtaking scenery of one of New Zealand's most beautiful fiords.
The Wanderer, purpose-built to navigate the serene waters of southern New Zealand, ensures a comfortable voyage with its cosy accommodations for 36 guests, modern amenities and spacious communal areas. From the viewing decks to the dining saloon and observation lounge, every space is designed for optimal viewing of Doubtful Sound on your overnight cruise.
As your captain navigates through the fiord on your Doubtful Sound boat trip, enjoy engaging commentary from the expert nature guides onboard. Learn about the rich biodiversity of Doubtful Sound, from playful pods of dolphins to New Zealand fur seals and rare penguins. Upon anchoring in a secluded cove for the night, you can choose to kayak along the untouched shores of Doubtful Sound, join a small-group tender craft tour, or even take a swim!
Evenings on the Doubtful Sound overnight cruise are a time for indulgence, with a three-course plated dinner prepared onboard, opportunities to sample local wines and craft beers and, weather permitting, stargazing from the top deck. In the morning, you will wake to a sumptuous breakfast, ready for a morning cruise back to Deep Cove, where you will make the return journey to Manapouri.
A Doubtful Sound overnight cruise aboard the Wanderer is not just a trip, but a passage into the heart of New Zealand's wilderness. This once-in-a-lifetime Doubtful Sound boat trip will leave you with stories of awe and memories that last a lifetime.