Cruises
Nature & Wildlife
Multi-Day Short Tours
Family-friendly Tours
Highlights
- Spend two nights surrounded by the remote landscapes of Pātea Doubtful Sound
- Explore quiet coves, hidden arms and rainforest-lined waterways
- Experience the fiord at different times of day, including peaceful evenings and early mornings
- Watch for bottlenose dolphins, New Zealand fur seals and Fiordland crested penguins
- Enjoy wide views from the outdoor decks and observation lounge
- Discover the history, geology and wildlife of Fiordland with an onboard nature specialist
About the Fiordland Navigator
The Fiordland Navigator is a traditional-style vessel designed for comfortable cruising through southern New Zealand’s remote fiords.
- Sleeps up to 52 guests
- Private twin or double ensuite cabins
- Comfortable private bathrooms with hot showers
- Buffet meals prepared by the onboard chef
- Viewing decks, dining saloon, licensed bar and lounge
- Kayaks and tender craft carried onboard
About the Wanderer
The Wanderer is a modern, purpose-built vessel designed for comfortable cruising through southern New Zealand’s remote fiords.
- Sleeps up to 36 guests
- Twin-share sleeping compartments
- Modern shared bathrooms with hot showers
- Plated meals prepared by the onboard chef
- Viewing decks, dining saloon, licensed bar and lounge
- Kayaks and tender craft carried onboard
- Cruise across Lake Manapouri to West Arm
- Coach journey over Wilmot Pass to Deep Cove
- 2 nights aboard the Fiordland Navigator
- Private ensuite cabin accommodation
- Freshly prepared afternoon tea
- Two chef-prepared dinners
- Hot and continental breakfasts
- Lunch on the second day
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Onboard nature commentary
- Kayaking and tender boat activities, weather permitting
- Bedding and towels
What to Bring
Only one carry-on bag is recommended for passenger convenience and safety. Don't forget the following:
- Non-slip walking shoes/boots
- Waterproof jacket*
- Warm sweater/fleece jacket
- Change of clothes*
- Sunscreen/sunglasses
- Insect repellent*
- Swimwear (optional)
- Camera
- 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.
- Departure point: RealNZ Visitor Centre, 64 Waiau Street, Manapouri
- Check-in: 30 minutes before departure
- Vessel: Fiordland Navigator or Fiordland Wanderer
- Accommodation: Fiordland Navigator - 26 twin/double cabins with ensuite bathrooms / Wanderer - 14 twin cabins and 2 family quad cabins with shared bathroom facilities
- Adult: 16 years +
- Children: 3-15 years, children must be accompanied by an adult, including in their room overnight - twin room recommended.
- Infant: 2 years and under.
- 14 days or more before departure: Full refund**.
- Less than 14 days: No refund
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.
