Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

All cruises depart from Manapouri, with departures at 12:00 PM in May and 12:30 PM from September onward, from the Visitor Center.

As an alternative, you can also choose to depart from Queenstown or Te Anau. For more information on availability and rates, please contact us.

Travel time to Manapouri depends on your point of departure:

• From Queenstown, the journey takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes by car or bus.
• From Te Anau, the travel time is about 30 minutes.

Fiordland's climate is what gives the region its unique character. The rain is responsible for making it a land of lakes, rivers, waterfalls and fjords. It is advisable to always be prepared for rain and to wear clothing suitable for cool and wet weather.

Approximate seasonal temperatures are:

• Summer (Dec-Feb): 19-23 °C
• Autumn (Mar-May): 8-18 °C
• Winter (Jun-Aug): 5-9 °C
• Spring (Sep-Nov): 10-19 °C

Many say you haven't seen Fiordland if you haven't seen it in the rain. When it rains, the scenery becomes even more spectacular: the waterfalls intensify, the mist envelops the mountains and the rivers rush down. From the comfort of the boat or bus, it's an incredible sight.

Although it cannot be guaranteed, it is common to see seals. Doubtful Sound is home to a pod of bottlenose dolphins, so there is a chance of seeing them. The rare Fiordland crested penguin can sometimes be sighted.

Made daily with local artisanal products, each box includes a deli sandwich, quiche, kumara chips and, to finish, a sweet pastry and fruit. Orders must be placed by 8:00 p.m. the day before the cruise.

The Fiordland Navigator is a purpose-built boat designed to replicate a traditional trading scow and is perfectly suited to cruising the fiords.

• Sleeps 52
• Private cabins with ensuites (twin or double bed configuration)
• 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

From November to December, also available is the Milford Wanderer, a modern motorised boat that has been purpose-built for navigating southern New Zealand.

• 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

Yes, bed linen and towels are provided to all guests.

A double room is a private room for two people, with one bed to share. A twin room is a private room for two people, with two single beds.

All shared twin and double cabins require two paying guests per cabin. Cabins cannot be booked with fewer guests unless booked as a single use cabin (single occupancy).

Twin cabins offer the best privacy for traveling with family and children. A twin room is a private room for two people with two single beds.

Yes, but specific conditions apply:

Children aged 2–15 years may share a cabin with an adult. Children must be accompanied by an adult and a twin-Share Cabin adult fare must be added per child.

Infants aged 0–23 months may only travel in:

• A Twin-Share Cabin with two paying adult guests, or
• A Single Occupancy Cabin

One adult and one infant cannot be booked together in a Twin-Share or Double Cabin, as these cabins require two paying guests. Infants do not count as paying guests.

No. Passengers are not permitted to bring their own alcohol on board the ship.

There is a wide selection of beverages available for purchase on board, including wine, beer and non-alcoholic options.

Yes, you could potentially be sharing with another guest. Alternatively you could choose to pay for the entire quad cabin, or two double cabins, to ensure privacy. If you wish to pay for an entire quad cabin, please contact us directly.

Note: quad-share cabins are mixed gender.

There is a possibility that you might share a quad room with other customers, and it’s important to note these rooms are equipped with a curtain partition instead of a door. Please be aware of this configuration when booking and please contact us if you need further clarification.

It is recommended that each passenger carry a maximum of one carry-on size bag due to cabin space limitations. For a list of what to bring, please see the "what to bring" section.

Yes, it is possible. Please provide detailed information about your dietary needs when booking.

When guests with reduced mobility are informed in advance, every effort is made to reduce the impact by assigning rooms close to the main areas. However, it is important to note that ships are not optimally equipped for possible accessibility needs. Although people with reduced mobility are welcome, it is important to know that all doors on the ship have a maritime threshold, there are no ramps inside the ship and there is a flight of stairs separating the rooms from the main salon.