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Northern Fiords - 6 Nights
Explore Doubtful, Nancy, Caswell, Bligh and Milford Sounds aboard the Fiordland Jewel
Truly explore New Zealand’s largest National Park aboard our purpose built catamaran, the Fiordland Jewel, on a six-night scenic expedition deep into the Northern Fiords. Part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Site, this untouched treasure of the south is rich in history and teeming with birds and sea life. The mountains seem to rise straight out of the sea, making for incredible vistas on every turn.
Stay six nights in one of our nine climate-controlled cabins, all of which have sea views and private ensuites. On a clear night, relax in the top deck hot tub and experience stargazing in a sky entirely free of light pollution. Take one of our kayaks out for a paddle and soak in the exceptional peace and tranquility of the area’s wilderness landscapes.
Our crew loves to share stories from the area and are great at spotting wildlife, such as fur seals, penguins, bottlenose dolphins and the many native birds that call the surrounding forests and shoreline home. Depending on your wishes, there may be opportunities for both short walks and fishing. You might even bring in the catch of the day to be cooked up by our onboard chef, who creates every meal in our fully equipped commercial kitchen.
Individual cabins can be booked for yourself, your small group of family and friends, or as a couple, for an experience you’ll be talking about for years to come. A maximum of 18 passengers.
CURRENT AVAILABILITY IN 2025
- Doubtful Sound to Milford Sound
Friday June 20 - Thursday June 26 - 6 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 1 Resolution
RATES 2025
- Governor Cabin $8,700 per person (sleeps 2) - Super-King Dbl
- Captain Cook Cabin $7,200 per person (sleeps 2) - Super-King Dbl
- Endeavour Cabin $7,200 per person (sleeps 2) - 2 King Singles
- Resolution Cabin $4,450 per person (sleeps 2) - Single Bunkbeds
Retail prices are based on twin share, GST inclusive and in NZD, includes transfer per person into or out of Doubtful Sound from/to Manapouri (Boat/Coach) and into or out of Milford Sound from/to Manapouri (Van), excludes beverages purchased from our licensed bar on board the Fiordland Jewel.
A single occupancy discount of 25% is available on the twin share rate. (not applicable in conjunction with any other offer)
Return transfers from Queenstown are available for an additional $200 per person.
DAY 1
Your adventure will start in Manapouri at 12.30pm with a boat transfer across Lake Manapouri to West Arm, where you will change to a coach to travel over the Wilmot Pass. Here you will capture breathtaking vistas of Doubtful Sound and the surrounding Mountains. You will board the Fiordland Jewel at Deep Cove.
After meeting the crew and settling into your cabins you can relax and take in the sensational surrounds and discover untouched landscapes thriving with an abundance of wildlife. Doubtful Sound is defined by lush rainforests clinging to dramatic peaks. Waterfalls are also gloriously abundant in the area.
DAY 2-5
We cruise the arms and view the islands of Doubtful Sound and at some stage, depending on the weather, we head towards Nancy Sound and spend the next few days visiting Caswell, George and Bligh Sounds.
We may do activities such as:
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View incredible wildlife - keep an eye out for bottlenose dolphins and fur seals, on rare occasions we may encounter whales
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Spot birds such as the rare and captivating Fiordland crested penguin, New Zealand falcons, white-faced herons, white herons, cattle egrets, a variety of shags and the common black-backed gull. On our short sea passages we frequently see Albatross including the Royal Albatross which has the longest wingspan in the world.
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Some fishing to catch a feed, if you wish to do so
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Kayaking and tender boat excursions
- Stargazing on clear evenings as the unpolluted sky is full of stars and our top deck is the perfect viewing platform, perhaps one night you will be able to do this whilst relaxing in our top-deck hot tub!
DAY 6
Enter the magnificent Milford Sound
Cruise past Bowen Falls, Sinbad Gully, the world-renowned Mitre Peak, Mt Pembroke, Bridal Veil Falls and Fairy Falls then we venture up the north side of the fiord past Dale Point, the Piopiotahi Marine Reserve, Seal Rock, Stirling Falls, The Lion and the Cascade Range. After cruising, we anchor at Deepwater Basin for the night.
DAY 7
Watch the sunrise over continental breakfast, which is served from 7am-8am, before returning to the terminal at 9.00am. Van transfer back to your vehicle in Manapouri (included).
Of course, the weather is central to a Fiordland experience, so the itinerary of your cruise may differ depending on the conditions on the day. The above sample itinerary is from Doubtful Sound ending in Milford Sound, Milford Sound to Doubtful Sound is in reverse.
- Bus over the Wilmot Pass to or from Deep Cove (Doubtful Sound) to West Arm & Boat across Lake Manapouri Van transfer to Milford Sound from your vehicle in Manapouri or from Milford Sound to your vehicle in Manapouri.
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All meals - all dietary requirements are catered for. Complimentary tea & coffee.
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Some fishing to catch a feed, if you wish to do so
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Use of our kayaks and top-deck hot tub (weather dependent)
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In each cabin: Toiletries - body wash, shampoo & conditioner by Sans [ceuticals], hairdryer, linen and bath towels
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Wine, beer & soft drinks (no spirits), these are available for you to purchase from our licensed on board bar. Please note: Do not bring alcohol on board with you, as this will breach our liquor license.
