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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.
- Off-Peak: 1-31 October
- High: 1 November - 19 December
- Peak: 20 December - 31 March
- High: 1-15 April
- Off Peak: 16-30 April
Surcharges apply in High & Peak seasons. Prices on application
- 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.
Extra Information
- Duvets, sheets and towels provided
- Complimentary teas and coffee are available throughout.
- Suitable for all ages, except for infants intending to stay in a quad-share cabin
- 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
- Overnight Cruises are not wheelchair accessible due to the vessels operating on multiple floors with connecting stairs. If you have impaired mobility and are comfortable walking up and down stairs on a moving vessel, you may feel comfortable embarking on a Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise. Note that there is a period when the vessels go out to sea which will impact the vessel’s movement.
- 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
- Sleeps 36
- Warm, comfortable accommodation (two passengers per sleeping compartment)
- Duvets, sheets and towels provided
- Modern shared bathroom facilities with hot showers
- Delicious plated meals prepared by onboard chef
- Spacious viewing decks, dining saloon, licensed bar and observation lounge
- Carries kayaks and tender craft onboard
- Open bridge policy - chat with the skipper during the voyage
- 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.*
