Te Anau Glowworm Caves & From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

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Discover two of Fiordland's natural highlights in one combo, from the glowworm-lit chambers of Te Anau to the remote waterways of Doubtful Sound. Explore underground caves on a small-group guided tour, then journey across lakes and rainforest-covered mountains before a 3-hour cruise through one of New Zealand's most secluded fiords.

Getting started

Begin at the RealNZ Te Anau Visitor Centre at 85 Lakefront Drive. Check in for each experience using your mobile voucher and photo ID, and follow the operator's instructions for your scheduled departure. The Glowworm Caves tour starts with a cruise across Lake Te Anau, while the Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise includes travel to Manapouri, a lake crossing, and a coach journey over Wilmot Pass. The two tours can be scheduled on different days.

What to expect

Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

• Cruise across Lake Te Anau: Travel to the Cavern House on the western shore, where informative displays introduce you to the caves and their formation.

• Explore the glowworm caves: Follow your guide through passages shaped by an underground stream and discover chambers illuminated by hundreds of glowworms.

• Walk through native forest: Learn about Fiordland's local flora and fauna on a guided forest walk, then enjoy complimentary tea or coffee.

• Enjoy a small-group experience: Explore with a maximum of 14 guests for a more personal guided visit.

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

• Cruise across Lake Manapouri: Take in views of the surrounding mountains before continuing by coach through native rainforest over Wilmot Pass.

• Discover Doubtful Sound: Set off from Deep Cove on a 3-hour cruise past steep forested slopes, cascading waterfalls, and secluded waterways.

• Look for native wildlife: Watch for bottlenose dolphins, New Zealand fur seals, and Fiordland crested penguins as your nature guide shares insights into the region's ecology and history.

• Enjoy onboard comforts: Sip complimentary tea or coffee and use interpretation sheets available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Japanese.

Link Fiordland's glowworm caves with Doubtful Sound in one combo, combining Lake Te Anau and fiord cruises for two standout water adventures.
At Te Anau Glowworm Caves, cruise Lake Te Anau, explore the caverns and river with an expert guide, then enjoy a guided forest walk in a small group.
From Te Anau, ride a coach to Manapouri, cross Wilmot Pass, join Lake Manapouri and 3-hour Doubtful Sound cruises with a nature guide and hot drinks.
Plan Glowworm Caves one day and Doubtful Sound the next, with one combo ticket covering cruises, guides, coach legs, plus tea and coffee on board.

Glowworm Caves tour
Return cruise across Lake Te Anau
Expert guide
Small-group tour, max 14 guests
Forest walk
Complimentary tea and coffee
Full-day Doubtful Sound Wilderness tour
3-hour Doubtful Sound cruise
Lake Manapouri cruise
Knowledgeable nature guide
Coach transfers from Te Anau to Manapouri
Coach trip over Wilmot Pass
Complimentary tea and coffee

Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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Meeting
RealNZ - Te Anau Visitor Centre, 85 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Trieste
RealNZ - Te Anau Visitor Centre, 85 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Trieste, TE_ANAU, 9640, New Zealand
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Good to know

Pack a waterproof jacket, warm sweater/fleece jacket, and non-slip shoes/boots for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?
Bring along sunscreen, sunglasses, personal medication, and an insect repellant for the experience.
It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes or boots, a waterproof jacket, and a warm sweater or fleece jacket.
It is advised to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, and insect repellent.
Photography and video filming are not permitted inside the cave.
This experience is not suitable for wheelchair passengers or those wearing heeled shoes.