Southern Lakes Southern Lakes PROFOUNDLY PEACEFUL, DRINK UP EVERY INCH OF THE FIORDLAND REGION FROM AS MANY VANTAGE POINTS AS POSSIBLE.
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oar over 14 fiords by scenic flight, book a lake cruise, hire a kayak or pull on your walking boots. How about an overnight cruise that allows you to wake up in one of the world’s most heavenly places. Milford Sound is where seals, dolphins, penguins (including rare Fiordland crested penguins) and other birds live amidst the waterfalls and wide valleys. An almighty 300 metres deep, this is New Zealand’s coral diving capital and black coral grows in abundance. Dive company, Descend offers regular day dives as
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well as multi-day diving tours. Lake Manapōuri is described as one of the prettiest. Glide across its glass-like water by kayak stopping to explore 33 small islands, remote bays and beaches, or take the new two-hour small boat tour with local company, Tracknet. Doubtful Sound is the secondlargest fiord in Fiordland National Park. There is no direct road access so take a day or overnight cruise across Lake Manapōuri, along with a coach trip over Wilmot Pass. Explore Doubtful Sound’s pristine wilderness, camp overnight and relish in the isolation.
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LOCAL BUZZ Meet local legend Ray Willett who discovered Fiordland in 1956 and returned in 1958 to live and guide on the Milford Track – and stayed! Ray shares his Fiordland hidden gems.
I describe this part of New Zealand as having a feeling of ‘nothing-ness’. A peaceful remote place that oozes purity. To me it has the complete opposite feeling to Queenstown. Fiordland has lots of cruises on offer. A ‘must-do’ is a voyage on the 1934 motor-sailer ‘Faith’
across our lake for a stroll through pristine forest to the Hidden Lakes. I’ve had lots of thrills in Fiordland. Top of the list has to be the jet-boat trip down the Wairaurahiri River with Johan. A true Kiwi wilderness experience.
TE ANAU 157km NW of Invercargill on SH 94 ADEN MOTEL
• Unique motel with a relaxing, Kiwiana style. • Affordable studio, 1, 2 & 3-brm units with kitchen. • FREE WiFi. • Lakefront 50m,10min stroll to cafés & retail shops. • Tour bookings arranged. • Check website for best rates. 57-59 Quintin Dr, Te Anau • P: +64 3 249 7748 • Res: 0800 11 66 44 www.adenmotel.co.nz • E: info@adenmotel.co.nz
PARKLANDS MOTEL
Milford Sound Doubtful Sound Three of NZ’s Great Walks Fiordland National Park
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• 6 x 1-brm kitchen units, 2 family units, 12 studio units: queensize beds, ensuite bathroom with shower/toilet. • Overlooks park. Shops & restaurants 300m. • Tariff: (2 persons) $73-$150. Extra person $10. • Free WiFi. • 10% discount on Direct Bookings. 16 Mokoroa St, Te Anau • P: +64 3 249 7240 • Res: 0800 PARKLAND (727 552) www.parklandsmotel.nz • E: info@parklandsmotel.nz PAGE 7 - REGIONAL MAP
