Fiordland Regional Experience
5 Days, Doubtful Sound, Te Anau,
Stewart Island, UIva Island
SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCES (max. 16 people)
Day 1. Queenstown, Doubtful Sound.
Travel into World Heritage-listed Fiordland National Park, a land of
cloud-scraping mountain ranges, glacially-gouged fiords, rushing streams and
lush rainforests. Arrive in Doubtful Sound and experience the true remoteness
of the magnificent fiord overnight. Perhaps venture out on one of the
ship´s kayaks to discover marine life up close or view Browne Falls,
cascading down over 1,960 feet.
Stay: Doubtful Sound, Fiordland Navigator.
Day 2. Doubtful Sound, Te Anau.
Today you´ll wake to the serenity of Doubtful Sound in the morning, and
enjoy a truly relaxed breakfast experience. Following this, disembark the
essel and travel to the picturesque South Island township of Te Anau, located
right on the shores of Lake Te Anau. Upon arrival, you´ll have the
opportunity to explore the famous glow worm caves and drift by boat in the
darkness, beneath the iridescent light of thousands of glow worms. Later
return to your hotel and this evening, enjoy an included dinner.
Stay: Te Anau Hotel & Villas.
Day 3. Te Anau, Jetboat Ride, Stewart Island.
This morning experience a wonderfully exhilarating jetboat ride across Lake
Hauroko, the deepest natural lake in New Zealand, and down the Wairaurahiri
River. After a short trip to Invercargill, you´ll join your plane for a
flight to Stewart Island, known for its diverse marine and bird life, pure
waters and sandy beaches. Take some time to relax before a sumptuous dinner of
local produce sourced from the sea and the Lodge´s garden.
Two Night Stay: Stewart Island Lodge, in a bush setting on Halfmoon Bay.
Day 4. Stewart Island, Ulva Island.
Enjoy the morning at leisure. This afternoon, take a catamaran cruise to Paterson Inlet and visit Ulva Island, a wildlife sanctuary. With your nature guide, discover the local birdlife. Back on board, listen to the informative commentary about the surrounding area.
Day 5. Stewart Island, Bluff, Queenstown.
Join a catamaran cruise to Bluff. Then enjoy the return drive to Queenstown.
- There is a magical quality to the Fiordland region of New Zealand and you can experience the many moods of the fiords and islands on the southern tip of the South Island on this 5 Day break.
- Virgin forests, towering ice-covered peaks and midnight-blue fiords offer magnificent vistas at every turn. Stay overnight on the remote fiord of Doubtful Sound and discover untouched Stewart Island.
- Relax in the serene silence of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise
- Experience the glow worm cave at Te Anau
- Exclusive jetboat ride through spectacular scenery on the remote Wairaurahiri River
- Be captivated by Stewart Island and enjoy a dinner of local produce
- Try to spot the rare kiwi bird on Ulva Island
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Twin Share with featrue meals.
- APT´s Recommended Tour Price from
NZ $2,685.00 - Acrossnz Tour price from
NZ $2,551.00
Twin Share with featrue meals.
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- Land Content: Fully inclusive of all sightseeing, entrance fees, cruises, meals as specified and accommodation
- Fully trained Tour Director and Tour Driver
- Luxury coaches featuring large panoramic windows, reclining seats and rest room
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- Free travel kit including stylish travel bag
