From Manapouri: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip
1.From Manapouri: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip
Doubtful Sound from Manapouri in one long day: Lake Manapouri cruise, Wilmot Pass rainforest bus ride, and guided fjord catamaran.
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Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness
2.Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness
Jet boat from Te Anau through Fiordland’s Upper Waiau River with Lord of the Rings stops, then silent Lake Manapouri.
“From the very start this experience was top notch! Chris called us to check if we wanted to reschedule our time based on rain that was moving in. He was so thoughtful and offered to take us whatever we decided. We arrived and Lindy was there to greet us and get us geared up. We…”
Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience
3.Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience
Dart River jet boat thrills from Glenorchy with naturalist stories, Mt Aspiring National Park views, and optional spray jackets from Queenstown.
“Loved getting out away from the Queenstown crush and feeling in the middle of the wilderness. Jordan was a great driver and kept the mood light and fun. If it’s windy, be ready for the dust off the rocks!”
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri
4.Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri
Full-day Doubtful Sound cruise from Manapouri with Lake Manapouri boat, Wilmot Pass coach, catamaran fjord ride, and sound-of-silence moment.
“It was a very remote location to enjoy the Fiordlands and getting there was enjoyable. The one thing I didn't expect was 130 people on the boat. The adds made it appear smaller, more boutique with solitude and silence. The fiord and Lake Te Anau were beautiful, but you will be sharing it with 120…”
Waitakere Ranges Wilderness Experience Tour from Auckland
5.Waitakere Ranges Wilderness Experience Tour from Auckland
Half-day Auckland tour through Waitakere Ranges rainforest and Piha’s black sand beaches with kiwi-style tea and small-group guide.
From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip
6.From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip
Queenstown day trip to Doubtful Sound: cruise Lake Manapouri, ride Wilmot Pass rainforest, then enjoy 3 hours on the fiord.
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau
7.Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau
Cruise Doubtful Sound from Te Anau via Lake Manapouri and Wilmot Pass. Dolphins, seals, penguin chances, and misty fjord views.
“The Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise was absolutely breathtaking! The whole experience was very organised and well planned — from the check-in to the transfers and the cruise itself.”
Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka
8.Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka
Jet boat thrills on the Matukituki River plus a guided 50-minute walk in Mount Aspiring National Park from Wanaka, small group tour.
“This experience was fantastic. Ben the driver was very knowledgeable about the area, the weather & the mountains. The wilderness walk was fun & informative.”
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown
9.Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown
Full-day Doubtful Sound cruise from Queenstown with coach, Lake Manapouri ferry, Wilmot Pass views, and wildlife spotting by catamaran.
“Pickup from Queenstown by bus, then ferry across Lake Manapouri then bus again for ferry in Doubtful Sound (about 2h-ish). The beauty of Doubtful Sound is incredible. Ferry was very comfortable. The entire day was long but the drivers/guides were great and knowledgeable and the crew on the cruise also did a”
Abel Tasman National Park: Sailing and Self-Guided Walk
10.Abel Tasman National Park: Sailing and Self-Guided Walk
Sail Abel Tasman from Kaiteriteri to Anchorage Bay, then hike back to Marahau on a self-guided coastal track. Full-day $80.