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3 Day Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Glowworm Tour from Queenstown
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Nov 13
Thu
Nov 14
Fri
Nov 15
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3 Day Doubtful Sound Overnight
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Next availability: Wed, Nov 13
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Highlights
Please Note: Only available from 1 October - 30 April.
This three-day journey from Queenstown to Te Anau and back allows plenty of time to explore the magical Te Anau Glow Worm caves and spend a night on memorable Doubtful Sound; a remote fiord on a grand scale the likes of which you won’t believe! Experience tranquillity and isolation as you spend the night on Doubtful Sound before returning to Queenstown by scenic coach. An unforgettable way to experience the rugged South Island.
This is an Independent tour, where you travel on a combination of touring coaches and sightseeing services with commentary and/or point to point coaches which may not have commentary. You will be with different people on each part of the tour and different drivers. You have free time to explore on your own and are free to choose where and when to eat, meals are not included unless specified.
Itinerary
Queenstown to Te Anau and visit the luminous Glowworm Caves
Te Anau
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeQueenstown to Te Anau Coach. Following the shores of Lake Wakatipu south the Remarkable mountain range towers over you as you approach township of Kingston. Then into Southland and rolling fertile farm country. Crossing the rolling tussock lands you pass through Mossburn, the deer capital of New Zealand and into Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park.Te Anau Glowworm Caves
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYour Te Anau Glowworm Cave adventure begins with a scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau on board the new luxury catamaran, Luminosa, to the western side of the lake. Upon arrival there is time to view informative displays at Cavern House before the friendly guides invite you to accompany them underground in small groups. As you explore by path and small boat, your senses will be overwhelmed. Observe how the rushing water sculpts the rock formations, before gliding through silent darkness to the glowworm grotto. The delicate incandescence of thousands of tiny glowworms is a magical sight.- AccommodationsThis includes a 3 star accommodation. Walking distance from the Te Anau shops.
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise with Real Journeys
Doubtful Sound
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDoubtful Sound Overnight Cruise from Te Anau. Travel from Te Anau to Manapouri by Real Journeys coach to board the Fiordland Navigator for a very special dinner, bed and breakfast wilderness experience on Doubtful Sound. The purpose-built vessel accommodates passengers either in private cabins with ensuite bathrooms or in quad-share bunk-style compartments with shared bathroom facilities. The vessel has spacious deck areas for viewing the wild scenery and wildlife of Doubtful Sound. Of particular interest, if sighted, are fur seals, dolphins, and in season, rare penguins. Activities include kayaking and excursions in the tender vessels (stabicraft) to explore the coastline. Departing Manapouri at 12:30 you enjoy a short cruise across beautiful Lake Manapouri and after a coach trip over Wilmot Pass, you will board the Fiordland Navigator at Deep Cove, Doubtful Sound. After the day's activities, enjoy a delicious evening buffet meal in the spacious dining saloon before heading to bed. After enjoying the sunrise in the sound a hearty breakfast awaits before your journey back to Manapouri where you disembark at around midday.- AccommodationsOvernight onboard the Fiordland Navigator in Doubtful SoundFood And DrinksDinner - Three-course buffet dinner prepared by on-board chef
Manapouri to Queenstown by coach
Queenstown
4 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeReal Journeys coach Manapouri to Queenstown. Your Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise returns to Manapouri at midday. Crossing the rolling tussock lands you pass through Mossburn, the deer capital of New Zealand. On the southern shore of Lake Wakatipu sits Kingston, home to classic steam train, The Kingston Flyer. Following the lake north the Remarkable mountain range towers over you as you approach the adventure capital of Queenstown.- Food And DrinksBreakfast - A cooked and continental breakfast prepared by the on-board chef
What's included
INCLUDED
Accommodation surcharge in off peak season
Te Anau Glow Worm Caves
Dinner
Experienced English-speaking coach drivers with some commentary on board
Breakfast
1 nights overnight cruise aboard the Fiordland Navigator boat in Doubtful Sound.
1 nights accommodation in Te Anau
NOT INCLUDED
Meals unless specified
Pre and post tour accommodation
Gratuities
Insurance not included. Travel insurance is recommended for all tours
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Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
Address
Te Anau, New Zealand
Provider
Discover New Zealand