Cruises
Multi-Day Short Tours
Nature & Wildlife
Family-friendly Tours
Dining, Stargazing, and the Stillness of Fiordland
After an active day, settle in for a freshly prepared three-course dinner featuring local ingredients and New Zealand wines. The relaxed onboard atmosphere gives you a chance to swap stories with fellow travellers or retreat to the deck for a spot of stargazing under Fiordland’s dark skies.
In the morning, wake to the stillness of the fiord and enjoy a continental or cooked breakfast. Before returning to Manapouri, you’ll have time to explore more of Doubtful Sound’s hidden inlets—bringing your overnight wilderness escape to a truly unforgettable close.
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
- Comfortable return coach transfers from Te Anau
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.
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
ABOUT THE WANDERER
- 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
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.*
