Why choose DoubtfulsoundCruise.com

Nature cruise

A Full Day Journey with Doubtfulsoundcruise.com

Come and join us on the trip of your lifetime. Your adventure begins with a 30km cruise across the crystal clear waters of the beautiful Lake Manapouri. With its many islands, sandy beaches, coves and bays surrounded by bush clad mountains it really is a magical start to your journey.

On your arrival at West Arm you will spend some time at the Department of Conservation Visitor Centre, viewing the information displays provided before boarding our coach for the 2km journey underground. This is down through the access tunnel that leads to the machine hall of the amazing Manapouri Power Station. While here you will spend some time viewing displays and the power station itself before boarding our coach again for the spectacular 22km journey across the Wilmot Pass road to Deep cove, Doubtful Sound.

At Deep Cove you will board our spacious and well appointed vessel the Tasman Explorer, from here you will spend the next 3-4 hours exploring the awe inspiring beauty of Doubtful Sound. Surrounded by rugged mountains covered in dense sub tropical rain forest and waterfalls streaming down their sides. It is like no where else in the world and it is an experience you will treasure.

Wildlife is often sighted during the cruise through this remote part of Fiordland, a World heritage area.

Doubtfulsoundcruise.com is an experience you will never forget and all the more enjoyable in a small group of only 40 people. Our guides are friendly, experienced and look forward to sharing Doubtful Sound with you. Don't just see it experience it.

Special Features

Small Groups - only 40 passengers, ensures a friendly personal experience, fun for all ages. 

Wildlife Sightings - with only 40 passengers you don't need to fight your way through a crowd to get a photo. There is plenty of opportunity for everyone to capture those special moments.

Smaller boats - 21 metre Tasman Explorer on Doubtful Sound. Large enough to provide a safe and comfortable cruise but small enough to explore the many small coves and islands that larger vessels cannot. 

Our Staff -  They are experienced knowledgeable and are happy to answer any questions you may have to help you better understand this magical environment to enhance your experience. We have an open bridge on all our vessels so you can feel free to wonder up and ask questions at any time. 

Climate - Doubtful Sound has a very dramatic variation in climate. Annual rainfall varies from 1 metre in Manapouri to 5-6 metres in Doubtful Sound. Weather conditions can vary considerably during your cruise and from day to day. No matter what the weather, you will have the experience of your lifetime.