Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruises & Charters | Southern Secret
The Southern Secret with kayakers around it in Doubtful Sound/Patea

Doubtful Sound Overnight

Experience Fiordland at its finest with our overnight & multi-day Doubtful Sound cruises aboard the Southern Secret

The Southern Secret is a purpose-built motor cruiser that offers overnight cruises and charters in Doubtful Sound. Stay in one of our five well-appointed ensuite cabins and enjoy the spectacular scenery in comfort. An overnight cruise ensures you see more of Doubtful Sound, and you can try activities like fishing or kayaking. There is time to relax and enjoy the scenery while keeping watch for wildlife such as penguins, dolphins, and seals. The smaller boat experience means we can get you up close to waterfalls and other points of interest. We would love you to join us and show you around these magnificent Fiords!

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Cruise the fiords of
Doubtful Sound/Patea with us

Experience the raw beauty of Doubtful Sound overnight, nature in its most pristine form. Marvel at steep mountain cliffs surrounding the deep waters of the Fiords. View incredible scenery, mammals, and waterfalls from the comfort of your vessel, the Southern Secret (* weather dependent).

  • Maximum of 12 guests
  • 20 Hours on Doubtful Sound
  • Checking Fiordland Lobster pots *
  • Waterfall Viewing
  • Doubtful Sound Wildlife
  • All Meals included
  • Kayaking *
  • Fishing *
  • Local family-owned
  • Sightseeing

Fiordland Cruises

We aim to create a personalised tour for each group. There are activities to participate in, or relax and enjoy the scenery from one of the Southern Secret's spacious decks. Check out the photos below of what our previous guests have enjoyed onboard.

View from Wilmot Pass into Deep Cove

Kayaking in Doubtful Sound

Bottlenose Dolphin

Experience fishing Doubtful Sound

Get up close to Fiordland Waterfalls

Meet new friends on your small group tour

Scenic tours Fiordland

Doubtful Sound wildlife

Want to see more photos from past trips? View Gallery

What Our Guests say

We have hosted some amazing guests! Read about what they have enjoyed the most on their Southern Secret Overnight Cruise.

MV Southern Secret

The Southern Secret is a 20-metre vessel based in Deep Cove for the primary purpose of Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruises. With five ensuite guest cabins, spacious indoor & outdoor viewing areas and a cruising speed of 8-9 knots, the Southern Secret is the perfect setting for your overnight experience.

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Cruise Itinerary

Your Doubtful Sound overnight cruise tour can begin in Queenstown, Te Anau or Manapouri. If required, the early transfer coach from Queenstown departs at 6:55am; or departing from Te Anau at 8:45am or meet us in Manapouri at 9:30am.

Itinerary

Our Vessel

The Southern Secret has five comfortable and warm ensuite guest cabins. The Master Suite cabin (sleeps 1-2), Double cabins (sleeps 1-2) and the Double/Twin cabin (sleeps 1-4). All have private bathrooms with toilet and shower facilities. Access the spacious viewing decks outdoors or enjoy the views from the saloon.

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Fiordland Charters

The Southern Secret also offers private overnight boat charters in the Doubtful Sound area. Charters can be arranged on demand (subject to availability) for small groups, friends, family, or couples seeking a private Doubtful Sound experience.

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