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Fiordland Wilderness Experiences - Sea Kayaking
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Fiordland Wilderness Experiences - Sea Kayaking
Fiordland Wilderness Experiences - Sea Kayaking

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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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Organisation

Real Journeys

Commercial organisation

Location

South IslandFiordlandTe Anau

Categories

  • Activity__sea_kayakingSea Kayaking

Directions

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Coordinates

-45.4123706002438

167.733728790283

Latitude
-45.4123706002438
Longitude
167.733728790283

Reviews

    • Kayaking in doubtful sound is stunning.
    • Great tour with a lot to see!
    • Kayaking Doubtful Sound.
    • Great guides who love their job.
    • 3 Day guided tour - A really good experience!
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    10/10 14
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    9/10 12
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    8/10 5
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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.

    Reviewed almost 13 years ago

    SWEDEN
    Julia Edman's avatar

    Julia Edman

    Customer

  • 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

    Reviewed over 12 years ago

    AUSTRALIA
    budge69's avatar

    budge69

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago and experienced in March 2011

    CANADA
    Chrissy Crebas's avatar

    Chrissy Crebas

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Brilliant day trip and great way to see the Milford Sound.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago and experienced in March 2011

  • 4.0/5

    Fiordland Kayak Trip.

    Real nice and quiet.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in February 2012

    NETHERLANDS
    Marian Stolker's avatar

    Marian Stolker

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in February 2012

  • 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.

    Reviewed almost 11 years ago and experienced in October 2013

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Jonathan's avatar

    Jonathan

    Customer

  • 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!

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in November 2006

    UNITED STATES
    jessrob's avatar

    jessrob

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Kayaking in the Doubtful Sounds with a great guide and because of being the only kayaking company out there - no tourists!

    Reviewed over 11 years ago and experienced in March 2013

    GERMANY
    Anja S's avatar

    Anja S

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Great tour with a lot to see!

    Awesome guide - we had much fun and learned a lot too.

    Reviewed over 11 years ago

    GERMANY
    Verena's avatar

    Verena

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed almost 11 years ago and experienced in October 2013

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Jonathan's avatar

    Jonathan

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Kayaking in the Doubtful Sounds with a great guide and because of being the only kayaking company out there - no tourists!

    Reviewed over 11 years ago and experienced in March 2013

    GERMANY
    Anja S's avatar

    Anja S

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Great tour with a lot to see!

    Awesome guide - we had much fun and learned a lot too.

    Reviewed over 11 years ago

    GERMANY
    Verena's avatar

    Verena

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in February 2012

  • 4.0/5

    Fiordland Kayak Trip.

    Real nice and quiet.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in February 2012

    NETHERLANDS
    Marian Stolker's avatar

    Marian Stolker

    Customer

  • 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!

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in November 2006

    UNITED STATES
    jessrob's avatar

    jessrob

    Customer

  • 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

    Reviewed over 12 years ago

    AUSTRALIA
    budge69's avatar

    budge69

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed almost 13 years ago

    SWEDEN
    Julia Edman's avatar

    Julia Edman

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Brilliant day trip and great way to see the Milford Sound.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago and experienced in March 2011

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago and experienced in March 2011

    CANADA
    Chrissy Crebas's avatar

    Chrissy Crebas

    Customer

  • 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!!

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    Nika's avatar

    Nika

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Great experience in Doubtful Sound at an excellent price.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    UNITED STATES
    Brendan Dunn's avatar

    Brendan Dunn

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Friendly, fun and professional.

    Good equipment and overnight camping. Certainly the best way to see the Sound.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    NETHERLANDS
    Amanda Wells's avatar

    Amanda Wells

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Kayaking Doubtful Sound.

    Very good service. Friendly guide, good knowledge of area, great kit and would recommend.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Ben Akin-Smith's avatar

    Ben Akin-Smith

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Great guides who love their job.

    Very knowledgable, good equipment, very informative and friendly. Good value for money.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    John Hensman's avatar

    John Hensman

    Customer

  • 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!

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    SWITZERLAND
    Sandra Schneifer's avatar

    Sandra Schneifer

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed about 14 years ago and experienced in April 2010

    AUSTRALIA
    philaus's avatar

    philaus

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    UNITED STATES
    MarcyMark's avatar

    MarcyMark

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago and experienced in January 2010

    CANADA
    Elizabeth E's avatar

    Elizabeth E

    Customer

  • 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!

    Reviewed over 14 years ago and experienced in March 2009

    NETHERLANDS
    Han Disveld's avatar

    Han Disveld

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    NEW ZEALAND
    Ray Burkhill's avatar

    Ray Burkhill

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Fantastic overnight kayak, camping trip to doubtful sound.

    Reviewed about 15 years ago and experienced in March 2009

    UNITED KINGDOM
    DavidHilton's avatar

    DavidHilton

    Customer

  • 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)

    Reviewed about 15 years ago and experienced in March 2009

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Gillian's avatar

    Gillian

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    was awesome!

    perfect weather! great views, knowladgable guide and lots of sandflys.

    all and all had a really good time

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    ISRAEL
    ramgoldhecht's avatar

    ramgoldhecht

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Great trip.

    Very professional.

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
    John's avatar

    John

    Customer

  • 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.

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    AUSTRALIA
    Bronte Koop's avatar

    Bronte Koop

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Willie Lee the guide was great fun in a spectacular place.

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    SWEDEN
    Josefine's avatar

    Josefine

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Fiordland Wilderness are a really well organised outfit.

    I did the overnight trip and loved it.

    Reviewed about 16 years ago

    GERMANY
    Temo's avatar

    Temo

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Very friendly and professional.

    Nice sized group. Well organised.

    Reviewed over 16 years ago

    GERMANY
    Iris's avatar

    Iris

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Excellent two day kayaking trip.

    Reviewed over 16 years ago

    UNITED STATES
    Kelly's avatar

    Kelly

    Customer