Explore Doubtful, Breaksea and Dusky Sounds, including Preservation and Chalky Inlets, aboard the Fiordland Jewel
Soak in the atmosphere and pristine wilderness of New Zealand’s largest National Park on this six-night expedition. Part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage site, Fiordland’s Doubtful, Breaksea and Dusky Sounds are rich in history and spectacular scenery. Experience the area’s native birds and sea life up close and personal, with opportunities for kayaking, short walks and fishing to catch a feed, if you so wish, from our purpose-built catamaran, the Fiordland Jewel.
With a maximum of just 18 passengers onboard, there will be many opportunities to soak up stories of the area from our knowledgeable crew, and to take in breathtaking vistas from the deck or from any of our nine climate-controlled cabins, all of which have sea views and private ensuites. Relax in the hot tub on the top deck and enjoy all your meals prepared by our talented onboard chef.
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.
Available for Exclusive Hire/Private Charter (subject to availability) - Price on Application
CURRENT AVAILABILITY IN 2025
Tuesday May 27 - Monday June 2 - 2 cabins a/v - 2 Endeavour (*1 currently on hold)
Sunday September 7 - Saturday September 13 - 7 cabins a/v - 4 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 1 Resolution
Wednesday October 1 - Tuesday October 7 - 6 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 3 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour
Wednesday May 21 - Tuesday May 27 - 1 cabin a/v - 1 Governor
Monday June 2 - Sunday June 8 - 7 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 3 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 1 Resolution
Monday September 1 - Sunday September 7 - 8 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Tuesday October 7 - Monday October 13 - 5 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 3 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour
RATES 2025
Retail prices are based on twin share, GST inclusive and in NZD, includes transfer per person into or out of Preservation Inlet or Dusky Sound (Helicopter) or Doubtful Sound (Boat/Coach), 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.
PRIVATE CHARTERS 2025
The Fiordland Jewel is available for private charter on the following dates in 2025, contact us for a quotation:
DAY 1
Fly via helicopter from Te Anau and land directly onboard the Fiordland Jewel which will be waiting in Preservation Inlet or Dusky Sound..
DAY 2-5
Cruise through Breaksea, Dusky Sounds, and Preservation and Chalky Inlets. We may do activities such as:
DAY 6-7
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 Preservation Inlet ending in Doubtful Sound, Doubtful Sound to Preservation Inlet is in reverse.
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