Doubtful Sound / Patea nature eco cruise 1-day tour [Depart from Manapouri/Queenstown/Te Anau]

Due to the nature of join-in tours, the shuttle vehicle type will be determined based on the actual number of participants on the day, ranging from 5-seat cars to 57-seat buses. Please consider this before booking.

If the number of participants does not reach the minimum required for the group, the activity will be canceled. In this case, we will either reschedule or issue a refund. Please do not book if this is a concern.

In case of bad weather or uncontrollable events, this itinerary may be canceled. You can then request to reschedule the activity or receive a full refund. Please do not book if this is a concern.

Travel itinerary

• Outbound:
  Manapouri visitor center
  Meeting point: RealNZ - Doubtful Sound / Patea Manapouri Travelers Center, 64 Waiau Street, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri 9679. Optional departure times: 10:00 AM or possibly 10:30 AM (please refer to the departure time in your booking confirmation email).
• Outbound:
  RealNZ - Queenstown Travelers Center
  Meeting point: RealNZ Visitor Center, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300. Optional departure time: 6:55 AM–7:40 AM (please refer to the departure time in your booking confirmation email).
• Outbound:
  RealNZ - Te Anau Visitor Center
  Gathering, optional departure time: 09:15–09:45 (Please refer to the departure time received in your booking email.), meeting point: RealNZ Travelers Center, 85 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau 9640.
• Please arrive at all meeting points at least 15 minutes before the departure time. No refunds will be issued for late arrivals or no-shows.
• Attractions / Experiences: 3-hour cruise in Doubtful Sound / Patea with live commentary, Lake Manapouri, Wilmot Pass, Fiordland National Park, Patea
• Return: Back
  Manapouri Visitor Center,
  Optional return times: 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM (subject to the selected departure time and trip duration at time of booking)
• Return: Back
  RealNZ - Queenstown Visitor Center,
  Optional return times: 7:00 PM, 7:15 PM, 7:45 PM (subject to the selected departure time and trip duration at time of booking)
• This itinerary may be adjusted slightly depending on weather or traffic conditions on the day.

inclusions / exclusions

inclusions

• English-speaking guide
• 3-hour cruise in Doubtful Sound / Patea
• Round-trip bus transfer with meeting point from Queenstown
• Round-trip bus transfer from Te Anau including meeting point

Not Included

• Other personal expenses
• insurance
• Lunch

Booking Notice

Eligibility

• Children aged 0–4 can join this itinerary for free (lunch not included).
• Children aged 5–14 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• Important note: Infants must book flight tickets separately.

Important Notes

• Snacks and drinks available for purchase (cash only)
• Lunch is not provided on board and cannot be reserved, with very limited snack options available. We recommend bringing your own lunch and snacks.

Prohibited & Restricted Items

• This activity is not recommended for people with high blood pressure, epilepsy, or other health conditions.

Recommended items

• Sunscreen
• Camera
• Sunglasses
• Insect repellent

Dress code requirements

• Waterproof clothing (jackets, shoes, pants, etc.)
• Non-slip shoes or boots

Accessibility

• This activity is suitable for stroller users

How to use

Validity period

• This voucher is only valid for the designated date (and time).

Voucher type

• Please present your e-voucher

Redemption details

• Please present your confirmation voucher at the Traveler Center to redeem the physical ticket.

Authentic Journey Traveler Center

Address

• Real Journeys Visitor Center (Manapouri), Pearl Harbour, 64 Waiau Street [Manapouri departure meeting point, self-drive: approximately 120–180 min drive from Queenstown or 30 min from Te Anau. Free parking available. Please allow up to 45 min for parking and check-in.]

Friendly reminder

• Picnic boxes can be booked directly through RealNZ. Snacks and cabinet food are also available for purchase onboard. RealNZ operates a café at the Manapouri Visitor Centre where travelers can grab snacks before starting their adventure.
• No taxi drop-off service will be provided after the experience ends. All travelers will be dropped off at bus stops along Frankton Road or the RealNZ Visitor Center (address: 88 Beach Street). The operator recommends enjoying dinner in Queenstown before making your own way back to your accommodation.