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Doubtful Sound / Patea Cruise

Doubtful Sound / Patea Cruise

From NZD $1,700

Description

Join us on an adventure to discover untouched landscapes thriving with an abundance of wildlife. Doubtful Sound/Patea is 10 times larger than Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and is defined by lush rainforests clinging to dramatic peaks. Waterfalls are also gloriously abundant in the area.

A maximum of 18 passengers.

All nine cabins have fiord and sea views and a private ensuite and are full air-conditioned and heated.

Trip Name
Doubtful Sound / Patea Cruise
Days
3
Overview
Vessel Type: Catamaran Length: 24 metres Passenger Capacity: 18-20 The Fiordland Jewel is a 24m, three-deck catamaran with a high quality 5-star marine fit-out. Our Milford Sound Overnight Cruise sleeps 20 passengers a night and on our Fiordland and Stewart Island private charters and our small group scenic boat expeditions we cater to a maximum of 18 passengers in nine climate-controlled cabins, each with their own ensuite bathroom. Features: Remote Operating Vehicle (ROV) (NOT AVAILABLE ON THE MILFORD OVERNIGHT TOURS) : The Fiordland Jewel hosts Fiordland’s first and only remote-operated vehicle, which provides high resolution live underwater footage.  Our guests on our private charters and small group scenic boat expeditions can view the enchanting sea life beneath the surface in real time from the comfort of the boat lounge. Helicopter pad. Top-deck hot tub. Cabin information: 1 x Governor Cabin. At the top of the boat all by itself with its own full width forward window and large side windows. Super-King double bed, the ensuite has a separate shower and toilet. 4 x Captain Cook Cabins. All on the main deck all with sea views. Super-King double bed, each ensuite has a separate shower and toilet. 2 x Endeavour Cabins. Both on the main deck both with sea views. King single beds, each ensuite has a separate shower and toilet. 2 x Resolution Cabins. Both on the main deck both with sea views. 2 single bunks single beds, each ensuite has a combined shower and toilet.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - Depart Manapouri at 12pm
Your adventure will start in Manapouri at 12pm with a boat transfer across Lake Manapouri to West Arm, where you will change to a coach to travel over the Wilmot Pass. Here you will capture breathtaking vistas of Doubtful Sound and the surrounding Mountains. You will board the Fiordland Jewel at Deep Cove.
Day 2 - Day 2 Doubtful Sound
Explore the many arms and islands that make up Doubtful Sound by kayak or by small boat/tender excursions around the inlets and bays. Wildlife is another reason to visit this fiord - keep an eye out for bottlenose dolphins, fur seals and famous birds like the Fiordland crested penguin. Closer to the Tasman we may see Albatross.
Day 3 - Day 3 Manapouri
Return to Deep Cove for the transfer back to Manapouri, leaving 2.15pm for a 4.30pm arrival.
Day 4 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
19-04-202321-04-2023NZD $1,700Resolution Deluxe Quadruple
19-04-202321-04-2023NZD $2,150Endeavour Deluxe Twin
19-04-202321-04-2023NZD $2,150Captain Cook Deluxe King
19-04-202321-04-2023NZD $2,400Governor Suite Executive King

Inclusions

    • Lake Manapouri
    • Wilmot Pass
    • Breathtaking vistas of Doubtful Sound and the surrounding Mountains
    • Explore the many arms and islands that make up Doubtful Sound by kayak or by small boat/tender excursions around the inlets and bays.
    • Wildlife
    • Bottlenose dolphins, fur seals and famous birds like the Fiordland crested penguin.. may even see the Albatross

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