By Ryan McNutt
Introduction
Fiordland National Park is truly one of the most spectacular areas of untouched beauty in the world. Situated in the...
Day 1
Upon your early arrival in Queenstown, pick up your campervan or rental car, stop at a local Pak N'Save for...
Day 1 - Stop 1
Head to Pearl Harbor, a small boat dock on the southside of Manapouri to board your ship for an all-day...
Day 1 - Stop 2
After an inspiring journey out into Doubtful Sound, head into the village of Manapouri and stop at Two Wee Bookshop...
Day 1 - Stop 3
Check-in to your accommodation, drop off your stuff and head to Fraser Beach Reserve to catch the sunset. The reserve...
Day 2
Your second day begins with a short, scenic drive from Manapouri to Te Anau, the largest town in Fiordland National...
Day 2 - Stop 1
The Kepler Track is a 3-4 day hiking trail through breath-taking alpine scenery that starts and ends in Te Anau....
Day 2 - Stop 2
A short 10-minute drive from the trail is the Te Anau Bird Sanctuary, a rehabilitation facility and a great place...
Day 2 - Stop 3
Fiordland Cinema is the only movie theater in town and is a great place to spend a rainy afternoon -...
Day 3
Day 3 is a deep dive into the raw and untamed landscape of Fiordland National Park, along the most scenic...
Day 3 - Stop 1
You officially enter the National Park just north of Te Anau Downs, and your first stop, the Eglinton Valley viewpoint,...
Day 3 - Stop 2
Our second stop is arguably the most scenic alpine lake in the world. Towering mountains surround the lake and reflect...
Day 3 - Stop 3
Milford Sound is New Zealand’s signature attraction for a couple of reasons. Firstly, it is the only one of the...
Day 4
Your final day in Fiordland National Park is reserved for our favorite activity of the entire park - hiking the...
Day 4 - Stop 1
The Gertrude Saddle hike will push you outside your comfort zone, challenge your fitness, but reward you with panoramic views...
Day 4 - Stop 2
After an intense morning hike, a tranquil walk around Mirror Lakes is the perfect recovery. Located just before the Eglinton...
Day 4 - Stop 3
New Zealand is known for its savory pies, and Miles Better Pies in Te Anau has the best in Fiordland....
Conclusion
There are so many incredible adventures to undertake in Fiordland National Park, from soaking up a sunset at the iconic...