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Reasons To
Visit New Zealand

  • Food & wine

    This small nation has established a name for fabulous wineries, many internationally acclaimed. Whilst most will point connoisseurs to the Marlborough region for the finest vintages, Hawkes Bay and Martinborough should not be ignored. A trip here would not be complete without trying the local 'fush 'n' chups' or traditional Maori fare either.

    Food & wine

  • Landscapes

    For a small country, New Zealand incorporates landscapes as diverse as they come. Mountains, volcanoes, beaches, lakes, fiords, valleys and caves - to the everyday traveller these remarkable sights are other-worldly. Both the North and South islands share many common features, but are also wonderfully contrasting.

    Landscapes

  • Light adventure

    It's not necessary to throw yourself off a suspended platform in order to fully experience New Zealand. Alternative options include air safaris over White Island, heli-hiking the Fox and Franz Josef glaciers and wilderness cruises in Milford and Doubful Sounds.

    Light adventure

  • Maori culture

    New Zealanders are proud of their Maori roots. Maori song, dance and mythology are prevalent, towns are adorned with carvings and rooms are dressed in flax weavings. Most physical locations also have Maori names with literal translations such as Waimakariri River (Cold water river).

    Maori culture

  • Outdoors & coastal living

    The 'outdoors' perception of New Zealanders is not something consciously cultivated; with such a plentitude of mountains, beaches, fiords lakes and forests on their doorstep it is simply a way of life.

    Outdoors & coastal living

  • Self-drive

    New Zealand has wonderful roads - scenic, safe and, especially on the South Island, largely empty. They even drive on the left and some of the most scenic routes are waymarked. There are car hire stations at all of New Zealand's airports.

    Self-drive

  • Walking & trekking

    There are so many excellent hikes - or 'tramps' as the locals call them - in New Zealand that it is sometimes difficult to know which one to select. We feature several of the country's 'great walks' which can easily be incorportated into any itinerary.

    Walking & trekking

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Excursions in New Zealand: Fiordland Navigator Cruise

Perhaps one of the finest options in Fiordland, the overnight Fiordland Navigator cruise on Doubtful Sound takes you to some of the national park’s most untouched and inspiring scenery.

Fiordland Navigator, Doubtful Sound
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Fiordland Navigator Cruise

Doubtful Sound, New Zealand
  • Cruises, Sailing & Water

Perhaps one of the finest options in Fiordland, the overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound takes you to some of the national park’s most untouched and inspiring scenery. Less visited than the neighbouring Milford Sound, the experience is enhanced by the feeling of utter tranquillity and remoteness.

You begin with a speedy catamaran journey across beautiful Lake Manapouri, followed by a steep road journey over Wilmot Pass. On a fine day the views from the top are unsurpassed. As the coach brings you down to Deep Cove, the Fiordland Navigator comes into view.

You journey along the mirror-like waterways in complete comfort, with ample deck space for all to enjoy the views and observe the wildlife. Nature guides will take you out in tender boats or kayaks for a closer look, and they also provide a wealth of information about the area and its natural inhabitants.

Accommodation on board is in private cabins with en suite facilities, although a small number of quad share cabins with shared facilities are also available. An excellent three course buffet dinner is served, accompanied by drinks from the well-stocked bar, and in the morning a full cooked breakfast is prepared for you to enjoy as you return to Deep Cove.

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A New Zealand cruise offers the opportunity to explore some of the country's diverse and dramatic scenery, such as Milford and Doubtful Sound and the Bay of Islands, at a relaxed and enjoyable pace.

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