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Sea Kayak Fiordland
Milford Sound
Join a small group of kayakers and explore spectacular Milford Sound. Possible Fiordland wildlife sightings include seals, penguins or dolphins. Various day trips encompassing the best of Fiordland National Park.
Doubtful Sound
Allow yourself some quality time to experience Doubtful Sound on a multi-day personal adventure; a genuine Fiordland sea kayaking and camping trip amidst towering cliffs, waterfalls and lush rain forest and secluded islands.
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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Te Anau |
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Reviews
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5.0/5
3 Day guided tour - A really good experience!
But be prepared for wild - Good informative meeting day before departure, nice equipment provided.
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5.0/5
We did the overnight Doubtful Sound trip with our guide brad and was an absolute highlight of my NZ trip,awesome views and great knowledge and experience shown by our guide..wayne
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4.5/5
They pick up and drop off any location.
They provide all camping gear and extra equipment. They read the groups needs and desires well to accomodate all situations.
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4.0/5
Overnight sea kayak to Doubtful Sound.
Had to supply own food. Good fun, well organised, informative, challenging but fine for a fit beginner. Was with a good bunch of people.
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4.5/5
Kayaking in doubtful sound is stunning.
We went in October and the fresh snow made for a chilly but picturesque experience. The equipment was generally good and our guide Brad put in a lot of effort to ensure that we had the best trip possible. It's not cheap, but it's a very memorable thing to do and see in the fiords at water-level (as opposed to a bigger cruise boat) is even more special. There is a bit of confusion about the company- they are actually owned by Real Experiences, but continue to operate independently. Definitely recommended.
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1.0/5
This company is horrible to deal with.
When we arrived for our trip we were separated into boats with very LARGE men, because the two guys couldn't paddle themselves. When I pulled the guide aside she told me that if we changed the set up the guys couldn't go on the trip. I spent all day hauling that huge man around the sound, didn't get any photos, and when I emailed regarding my unhappiness was told that I couldn't have been made happy anyway, since I had missed a discount by a day. They charged my bank card, which I asked them not to do from the beginning, then I was told the money for the trip would be refunded (due to the poor quality of the trip) and it never was. I would highly recommend choosing another company. There are many. Unless you like to pay to paddle a big weight around when you're on vacation, then you've found your company!
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5.0/5
Kayaking in the Doubtful Sounds with a great guide and because of being the only kayaking company out there - no tourists!
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4.5/5
Kayaking in doubtful sound is stunning.
We went in October and the fresh snow made for a chilly but picturesque experience. The equipment was generally good and our guide Brad put in a lot of effort to ensure that we had the best trip possible. It's not cheap, but it's a very memorable thing to do and see in the fiords at water-level (as opposed to a bigger cruise boat) is even more special. There is a bit of confusion about the company- they are actually owned by Real Experiences, but continue to operate independently. Definitely recommended.
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5.0/5
Kayaking in the Doubtful Sounds with a great guide and because of being the only kayaking company out there - no tourists!
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4.0/5
Overnight sea kayak to Doubtful Sound.
Had to supply own food. Good fun, well organised, informative, challenging but fine for a fit beginner. Was with a good bunch of people.
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1.0/5
This company is horrible to deal with.
When we arrived for our trip we were separated into boats with very LARGE men, because the two guys couldn't paddle themselves. When I pulled the guide aside she told me that if we changed the set up the guys couldn't go on the trip. I spent all day hauling that huge man around the sound, didn't get any photos, and when I emailed regarding my unhappiness was told that I couldn't have been made happy anyway, since I had missed a discount by a day. They charged my bank card, which I asked them not to do from the beginning, then I was told the money for the trip would be refunded (due to the poor quality of the trip) and it never was. I would highly recommend choosing another company. There are many. Unless you like to pay to paddle a big weight around when you're on vacation, then you've found your company!
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5.0/5
We did the overnight Doubtful Sound trip with our guide brad and was an absolute highlight of my NZ trip,awesome views and great knowledge and experience shown by our guide..wayne
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5.0/5
3 Day guided tour - A really good experience!
But be prepared for wild - Good informative meeting day before departure, nice equipment provided.
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4.5/5
They pick up and drop off any location.
They provide all camping gear and extra equipment. They read the groups needs and desires well to accomodate all situations.
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5.0/5
Very beautiful trip on the lake to the maori rock carvings with good explanations and a friendly guide.
It was so worth it!!
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4.0/5
Friendly, fun and professional.
Good equipment and overnight camping. Certainly the best way to see the Sound.
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4.5/5
Kayaking Doubtful Sound.
Very good service. Friendly guide, good knowledge of area, great kit and would recommend.
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5.0/5
Great guides who love their job.
Very knowledgable, good equipment, very informative and friendly. Good value for money.
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5.0/5
Just perfect service, competent and reliable.
The guide was very good, funny and had a good empathy for the people. Milford Sound on a sunny day - heaven!
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3.5/5
2 day kayak tour of Doubtful Sound.
Good quality equipment and kayaks but we felt that more gorund could have been covered and the tour finished earlier than expected.
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5.0/5
Wonderful experience on Milford Sound enhanced by knowledgeable, informative guide - and impressive rain!
The waterfalls were just more plentiful. Don't fear going out in the rain. Guide gave us confidence, made sure we were warm, safe and having fun. The equipment was first-class, safety instructions handled well. We are 55+, others in group 20's/30's. We want to repeat this experience with Fiordland, and maybe do Doubtful Sound next time, too.
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3.5/5
Set us up with excellent gear - weather was very cold, very wet - interfered with enjoyment of tour - bring a waterproof camera - guide was good.
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4.5/5
I did a 2 day Doubtful Sound kayak trip.
This was an awesome experience! when you go to Fiordland, you should try this!
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5.0/5
Awesome 3 day kayak - very well organised, great fun, incredible surroundings - 3 lots of dolphins.
Expect lots of sandflies but it's part of the fun and they provide a brilliant bug shelter to make for a very comfortable evening.
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4.5/5
2 day kayak on doubtful sound with overnight camp.
Very well organised - small groups of 8. Excellent guide (pity about the sandflies)
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5.0/5
was awesome!
perfect weather! great views, knowladgable guide and lots of sandflys.
all and all had a really good time
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4.5/5
We had two days on the water which was enough for tired arms!
Fabulous pristine wilderness, waterfalls and still water to paddle in, makes this a great trip. Overnight camping was very well organised with a bug proof living area for all. Tara, our guide was knowledgable and well organised. Once in a lifetime experience and a real adventure.
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4.5/5
Fiordland Wilderness are a really well organised outfit.
I did the overnight trip and loved it.
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