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15 Best Fiordland Tours In Queenstown

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The 15 most popular fiordland tours in Queenstown. A short list of the ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.

15 Best Fiordland Tours In Queenstown

Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness - Where you start on the lakefront (and why it matters for a smooth trip)
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Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness

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1.Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness

A 2-hour Fiordland jet boat ride from Te Anau to Lake Manapouri with Lord of the Rings stops, 360s, and a guided nature walk.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Words can’t describe how beautiful this place is!! Not only we got to do super fun spins but we got to see one of the most beautiful parts of the world! Our guide was great fun and very informative. We then went on a little nature walk through what I thought was a magical Forrest!!…”

678 reviewsFrom $127.22by Fiordland Jet

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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri - Entering Doubtful Sound: the catamaran cruise where wildlife steals the show
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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

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From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Coach & Cruise - RealNZ meeting point and the first 30-minute coach ride
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From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Coach & Cruise

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3.From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Coach & Cruise

A full-day coach and catamaran trip from Te Anau to Doubtful Sound via Lake Manapouri and Wilmot Pass, with wildlife and live commentary.

★ 4.7

“Amazing from start to finish. Outstanding even when bus broke down we were in an outstanding beauty spot and replacement came within minutes. RealNZ top marks. All staff super. Didn’t know food store was available so probably no need to be told to make packed lunch as time to buy delicious pies and sandwiches. Coffee…”

335 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $223by RealNZ

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From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip - From Queenstown to RealNZ: comfort and the rhythm of the day
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From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip

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4.From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip

Luxury bus plus cruises on Lake Manapouri and Doubtful Sound, including the Wilmot Pass rainforest route from Queenstown.

★ 4.7

“This was a magical trip, spectacular in every sense from majestic scenery to wildlife at ease in its own environment. Was a real highlight and is certainly one of the most beautiful places I've ever been. it's always unfair to compare places as everyone has their own highlight, but for me personally doubtful sound ticked…”

314 reviews13 hoursFrom $277by RealNZ

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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau - Lake Manapouri: The Quiet Water Before the Fjord
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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau

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5.Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau: coach to Manapouri, catamaran on the sound, wildlife sightings, full day in Fiordland.

★ 4.5

“Brilliant day but cold do take plenty of layers. Expected to see loads of wildlife but there wasn’t much. Coach driver between the 2 boats made our day with the stuff he told us. A real asset to the company”

286 reviewsFrom $231.47by RealNZ

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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise - Doubtful Sound Day One: Board The Wanderer, Then Anchor for Kayaking
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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

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6.Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

Overnight Doubtful Sound cruise from Manapouri with Wilmot Pass views, wildlife spotting, kayaking, and meals on The Wanderer.

★ 5.0

“So much more peaceful than Milford. Does take longer (2hrs) to get to the Sound but well worth it. No planes, no helicopters. Only the Navigator. The narrator was exceptional Overnight cabin, again exceptional”

254 reviewsFrom $464.81by RealNZ

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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown - Lake Manapouri and Wilmot Pass: big views without leaving the plan
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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

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Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau - Upper Waiau River jet boating: spins, speed, and real viewpoint momentum
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Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

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8.Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

Thrill jet boat rides on the Upper Waiau and Lake Manapouri, then a guided nature stop and a 10 km riverside bike ride from Te Anau.

★ 5.0

“This was such an awesome trip! Alex was a great trip leader, she gave so many fun facts about the area throughout the trip and was a great mix of informative and entertaining. The scenery was stunning and the boat ride was so much fun!”

133 reviewsFrom $158.25by Fiordland Jet

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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel - Your cabin: ensuite comfort and sea views that matter
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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel

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9.Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel

Overnight on Fiordland Jewel in Milford Sound with kayaking, tender boat cruising, 3-course dinner, breakfast, and a hot-tub soak.

★ 5.0

“Well worth the money. Jimmy, Meg, and Morgan were outstanding hosts and operators. The chef made amazing meals. The staterooms were wonderful and the hot showers plentiful. That was needed after we did the cold plunge after kayaking. It was a great time. We saw penguins, seals, waterfalls and other sights.”

128 reviewsFrom $837.15by Fiordland Discovery

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Fiordland: Jet Boat & Nature Walk Experience from Te Anau - Trout-Spotting and Crystal Water: Where the Photos Actually Happen
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Fiordland: Jet Boat & Nature Walk Experience from Te Anau

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Fiordland Heli-hike from Te Anau - Landing near the mountains: what that first stop adds
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Fiordland Heli-hike from Te Anau

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12.Fiordland Heli-hike from Te Anau

Fiordland heli-hike from Te Anau: 25-min helicopter over Lake Te Anau, Kepler Great Walk from Luxmore Hut, then 10-min water taxi.

★ 5.0

“Great communication, great pilot, great views and a lot of fun. Highly recommended. I can't say enough great things about how well the company is run and how much we enjoyed the day.”

19 reviewsFrom $286.37by Southern Lakes Helicopters

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Milford and Fiordland Highlights Tour by Helicopter from Queenstown - Getting started at Over The Top: how the ride stays smooth
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Milford and Fiordland Highlights Tour by Helicopter from Queenstown

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Milford Sound Luxury Lunch Cruise onboard The Fiordland Jewel - The Fiordland Jewel setup: lounges, seating, and sea views
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Milford Sound Luxury Lunch Cruise onboard The Fiordland Jewel

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14.Milford Sound Luxury Lunch Cruise onboard The Fiordland Jewel

Luxury Milford Sound lunch cruise on Fiordland Jewel with chef-prepared food, sea views, small group comfort, wildlife spotting.

★ 5.0

“We booked this cruise because of the size of the boat and we chose a lunch option. The cruise only had 14 including us, the lunch was excellent as were the staff. Blake the captain was great and had a wealth of knowledge of Milford Sound as well as a great sense of humour. I…”

12 reviewsFrom $216.58by Fiordland Discovery

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Discover Doubtful Sound // Helicopter Scenic Flight from Te Anau - Flight Time, Stops, and What to Expect in the Air
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Discover Doubtful Sound // Helicopter Scenic Flight from Te Anau

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