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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Queenstown
Book Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Queenstown tickets in Queenstown, New Zealand. Compare 2 ticket options from S$231.25. Kayaking and exploring by tender craft. E-tickets sent after verification.
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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruises from Queenstown - Quad
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruises from Queenstown - Twin
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Adult
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Open-dated ticket
Valid for 90 days. See the package terms for the exact validity.
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No cancellation
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About this package
Time Season: Mid Sep - Mid May Duration: 2 days / 1 night Departs at 9.00am and return at 3.30pm on day 2. FAQs Are the vessels licensed to sell alcohol? Alcohol is available on most of our excursions. Most of our vessels are licensed and alcoholic beverages can also be purchased from the Colonel’s Homestead, Walter Peak High Country Farm. Is linen and towels provided on the Overnight Cruises? Yes. Where is the car parking in Queenstown? 3Queenstown parking spaces are scarce with most downtown parking being metered 7 days a week. There is a pay and display parking area in Athol Street (entry from Shotover Street), large underground car parks in Church and Man Streets. What To Bring Non-slip shoes/ boots, waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, change of clothes, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent, swimwear (optional), camera, cash for bar and snacks. Overnight bag only. Baggage Only one overnight bag should be brought on board for passenger convenience and safety reasons. There are limited luggage storage facilities available at the Real Journeys Visitor Centre in Manapouri. It is recommended that passengers order a Picnic Lunch for Day 1. Additional Information If you have 3 people and would like to avoid having another person in your quad share room, you will need to purchase an extra child ticket *Vessel Information** Fiordland Navigator - A traditional style motor vessel with staysail shunner-rigged sails. Features a dining saloon, observation lounge and viewing decks. Has 18 private cabins with ensuite bathrooms and 9 quad-share bunk style compartments with a shared bathroom facility. Holds 72 passengers overnight. Meals: Evening dining includes three-course buffet meal with a selection of mains (please advise dietary requirements at time of booking). Breakfast includes a choice of cooked and continental. All meals are served in the dining saloon.
What's included
- Launch transfers across Lake Manapouri
- Coach over Wilmot Pass
Ticket types
- ADULT
- CHILD
- Per Pax
Adult
- Book for your selected date above. Partner checkout confirms availability.
- Enter with voucher
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Open-dated ticket
Valid for 90 days. See the package terms for the exact validity.
-
No cancellation
This rate may be non-refundable. See package terms before you book.
About this package
Time Season: Mid Sep - Mid May Duration: 2 days / 1 night Departs at 9.00am and return at 3.30pm on day 2. FAQs Are the vessels licensed to sell alcohol? Alcohol is available on most of our excursions. Most of our vessels are licensed and alcoholic beverages can also be purchased from the Colonel’s Homestead, Walter Peak High Country Farm. Is linen and towels provided on the Overnight Cruises? Yes. Where is the car parking in Queenstown? 3Queenstown parking spaces are scarce with most downtown parking being metered 7 days a week. There is a pay and display parking area in Athol Street (entry from Shotover Street), large underground car parks in Church and Man Streets. What To Bring Non-slip shoes/ boots, waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, change of clothes, sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent, swimwear (optional), camera, cash for bar and snacks. Overnight bag only. Baggage Only one overnight bag should be brought on board for passenger convenience and safety reasons. There are limited luggage storage facilities available at the Real Journeys Visitor Centre in Manapouri. It is recommended that passengers order a Picnic Lunch for Day 1. Additional Information If you have 3 people and would like to avoid having another person in your quad share room, you will need to purchase an extra child ticket *Vessel Information** Fiordland Navigator - A traditional style motor vessel with staysail shunner-rigged sails. Features a dining saloon, observation lounge and viewing decks. Has 18 private cabins with ensuite bathrooms and 9 quad-share bunk style compartments with a shared bathroom facility. Holds 72 passengers overnight. Meals: Evening dining includes three-course buffet meal with a selection of mains (please advise dietary requirements at time of booking). Breakfast includes a choice of cooked and continental. All meals are served in the dining saloon.
What's included
- Launch transfers across Lake Manapouri
- Coach over Wilmot Pass
Ticket types
- ADULT
- CHILD
Highlights
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Kayaking and exploring by tender craft
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Leisurely exploration of Doubtful Sound
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Wildlife viewing opportunities
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Traditional style motor vessel with staysail schooner-rigged sails
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Launch transfers across Lake Manapouri
About Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Queenstown
Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure through Fiordland's majestic Doubtful Sound, the largest and most remote of New Zealand's southern fiords. Cruise the full length of this pristine wilderness on the classic Fiordland Navigator, explore hidden coves by kayak and tender, and spend a magical night anchored under the stars in a sheltered inlet.
Local Legends & Stories
Doubtful Sound was named by Captain William Bligh in 1792 after he mistakenly believed the narrow entrance was a dead end, though it was later proven to open into a vast interior. The Māori name, Piopiotahi, refers to the now-extinct piopio bird said to have been a solitary traveler.
Must Do Experiences
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Kayak through mirror-still waters surrounded by ancient rainforest and towering cliffs
Hidden Gems
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The sheltered coves along the fiord's length offer secluded spots where you can hear nothing but water lapping against the shore
What Makes it Special
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The overnight experience lets you witness Doubtful Sound at its most magical — quiet, dark, and alive with nocturnal wildlife
Available Facilities
Cultural Etiquette
Respect local customs and traditions
Doubtful Sound lies within Te Wāhipounamu, a UNESCO World Heritage site, so please respect the natural environment by staying on designated paths and keeping noise to a minimum. Māori culture holds deep reverence for these waters, and visitors are encouraged to approach the landscape with mindfulness and gratitude.
Special Events & Experiences
Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights
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Summer wildlife season (December to February) offers the best chances to spot dolphins, seals, and rare bird species
Important Guidelines & Safety
Essential safety information and guidelines
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Wear a life jacket during kayak and tender excursions, and always follow the crew's safety instructions onboard the vessel
Visitor Information
Entry Fee
Pricing varies by season and booking channel; the overnight Doubtful Sound cruise from Queenstown typically ranges between NZD 250 and 400 per adult, with children offered discounted rates.
Visit Duration
This is a full-day to overnight experience, typically departing Queenstown in the morning and returning the following afternoon after spending one night aboard.
Accessibility
The Fiordland Navigator has limited accessibility due to its traditional vessel design; guests with mobility concerns should contact the operator in advance to discuss arrangements.
Highlights
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Q...
- Kayaking and exploring by tender craft
- Leisurely exploration of Doubtful Sound
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
- Traditional style motor vessel with staysail schooner-rigged sails
- Launch transfers across Lake Manapouri
Opening hours
Overview
Fiordland's Doubtful Sound is a geographically huge destination packed with stunning natural beauty; with these overnight cruises, you'll be able to immerse yourself in its breathtaking scenery and spend the night while anchored in a sheltered cove to extend the experience an additional day! The journey will begin when you board the cruise yacht - the Fiordland Navigator - that awaits you at the beginning point of your Doubtful Sound cruise, and we head off to cruise the full, impressive length of the fiord and weave through its hidden coves and waterways. During your time on the water, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife that inhabit the area including bottle nose dolphins, fur seals, rare penguins and more. The chance to go swimming will also present itself as we drop anchor, or perhaps explore the shoreline by kayak. In the evening, enjoy a delicious meal prepared by our onboard chef and relax in the saloon before you head to your cosy bed. NOTE: This option also includes coach transfers from Queenstown.
Important Information
Opening Hours
*Season: Mid Sep - Mid May *Duration: 2 days / 1 night *Departs at 8:30am and return at 3.30pm on day 2.
What's Included
- Launch transfers across Lake Manapouri
- Coach over Wilmot Pass
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- Seasonal price variation - Peak: Nov = Mar, Low: Oct & Apr
- Suitable for all ages with the exception of infants (0 - 4 years) in quad share
- Quad-share: we endeavour to assign compartments as "all female" or "all male" but we cannot guarantee this
- Child rates apply for 1 - 14 years
- Infants (0 - 4 years) may travel in twin/double cabins only. Infants (0 - 12 months) carried free of charge if sleeping in a cot, otherwise child rates apply. Passengers to provide their own cot, unless by prior arrangement.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- Prices are seasonal and are constantly changing. The from price displayed may not always be the price you are going to pay, as once you click on your specified date, the price will change to reflect the price for that date/season. Please note that in some cases where you cannot click on a date to obtain the price, please call us so we can assist you
Location
2/74 Shotover Street, Queenstown
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Queenstown ticket price 2026
Tickets start from these prices per person on HolidaySG (the cheapest ticket, shown in several currencies). Pick a date above to see the exact price for your visit and each ticket type.
| Currency | From (per person) |
|---|---|
| Singapore dollar (SGD) | SGD 231.25 |
| Indian rupee (INR) | INR 17,480 |
| Philippine peso (PHP) | PHP 11,330 |
| Malaysian ringgit (MYR) | MYR 737.69 |
| US dollar (USD) | USD 180.61 |
| Indonesian rupiah (IDR) | IDR 3,226,810 |
Other currencies are converted from SGD at HolidaySG's daily exchange rates for reference; you pay in the currency shown at checkout. Updated 13 Oct 2026.
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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Queenstown — Frequently Asked Questions
About Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Queenstown
This is a full-day to overnight experience, typically departing Queenstown in the morning and returning the following afternoon after spending one night aboard.
The Fiordland Navigator has limited accessibility due to its traditional vessel design; guests with mobility concerns should contact the operator in advance to discuss arrangements.
Wear a life jacket during kayak and tender excursions, and always follow the crew's safety instructions onboard the vessel
Doubtful Sound lies within Te Wāhipounamu, a UNESCO World Heritage site, so please respect the natural environment by staying on designated paths and keeping noise to a minimum. Māori culture holds deep reverence for these waters, and visitors are encouraged to approach the landscape with mindfulness and gratitude.
- Onboard dining
- Heated cabins
- Observation deck
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Onboard commentary
- Tender boat access
- Kayak equipment
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Coach from Queenstown — Common Questions
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