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Experience Nature by Day and Stars by Night
Anchoring in a remote cove gives you the freedom to choose your pace—kayak through calm waters, hop on a tender boat, or simply unwind on deck with a glass of local wine. For those brave enough, a swim in the chilly waters is a badge of honour. Then comes the evening’s reward: a delicious three-course dinner shared with fellow travellers under the glow of Fiordland's starlit skies.
As night falls, the upper deck becomes your front-row seat to one of the clearest night skies in New Zealand. Wake up to the sound of birdsong and the gentle lapping of water before enjoying a hearty breakfast. The cruise wraps up with more exploration of the fiord's hidden arms before you return to Manapouri, heart full and camera roll packed.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
- Accommodation:
- Private cabins - twin, double or single occupancy with ensuite bathrooms (single passengers must pay sole occupancy rate)
- Family quad share cabins - bunk-style compartments with communal bathrooms
- Twin sleeping compartments with communal bathrooms.
- Enjoy a hearty dinner including soups, a buffet of salads and hot dishes, as well as a selection of desserts and cheeses (dietary requirements can be catered for and should be noted at the time of booking).
- On the two-night trip, lunch is included on the second day.
- There is a licensed bar on board
- Includes kayaking and tender craft (small boat) activities
- You’ll enjoy a buffet breakfast on-board
- The trip leaves Pearl Harbour, Manapouri at 12.30pm and returns 12pm the following day.
- You are required to check in at the RealNZ Visitor Centre 30 mins before your departure time.
GETTING THERE
- All our Doubtful Sound experiences start in Manapouri which is around 2.5 – 3 hrs from Queenstown and 30 mins from Te Anau. Our Manapouri Visitor Centre is located at 64 Waiau Street.
- Free parking is available in Manapouri.
EXTRA INFORMATION
- Duvets, sheets and towels provided
- Complimentary teas and coffee are available throughout.
- Suitable for all ages, twin cabins recommended for families with children
- Due to the multi-leg journey and floating wharf access, guests will need to have a reasonable level of mobility.
- Snacks and drinks are available for purchase with both eftpos or cash
- Waiau St Café, below the Manapouri Visitors Centre, opens from 9am - 1.00pm. The menu offers a range of homemade food and Allpress Coffee to enjoy before the experience or to take with you
ABOUT THE FIORDLAND NAVIGATOR
- Sleeps 72
- Private cabins with ensuites (twin or double bed configuration)
- Family-share bunk-style compartments with shared bathroom facilities
- Spacious viewing decks, dining saloon, licensed bar and observation lounge
- Delicious buffet dinner served up by our onboard chef
- Carries kayaks and tender craft onboard
- Open bridge policy - chat with the skipper during the voyage
AGE INFORMATION
- 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.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
- 14 days or more before departure: Full refund**.
- Less than 14 days: No refund
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Note: **Refund excludes credit card or payment fees, which are non-refundable.
Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*
