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Southern Fiords - 6 Nights
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
- Doubtful Sound to Dusky Sound/Preservation Inlet - includes helicopter out to Te Anau
Tuesday May 27 - Monday June 2 - FULLY BOOKED
Sunday June 8 - Saturday June 14 - FULLY BOOKED
Sunday September 7 - Saturday September 13 - 1 cabins a/v - 1 Endeavour
Friday September 19 - Thursday September 25 - 7 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 3 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Wednesday October 1 - Tuesday October 7 - FULLY BOOKED
Monday October 13 - Sunday October 19 - 2 cabins a/v - 1 Endeavour, 1 Resolution
- Preservation Inlet/Dusky Sound to Doubtful Sound - includes helicopter in
Wednesday May 21 - Tuesday May 27 - 1 cabin a/v - 1 Governor
Monday June 2 - Sunday June 8 - FULLY BOOKED
Saturday June 14 - Friday June 20 - 7 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 2 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Monday September 1 - Sunday September 7 - 3 cabins a/v - 3 Captain Cook
Saturday September 13 - Friday September 19 - FULLY BOOKED
Thursday September 25 - Wednesday October 1 - 7 cabins a/v - 3 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Tuesday October 7 - Monday October 13 - FULLY BOOKED
CURRENT AVAILABILITY IN 2026 - CRUISE DATES JUST RELEASED!
- Preservation Inlet/Dusky Sound to Doubtful Sound - includes helicopter in
Tuesday May 26 - Monday June 1 - 8 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Sunday June 7 - Saturday June 13 - 9 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Friday June 19 - Thursday June 25 - 9 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Tuesday August 25 - Monday August 31 - 9 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Friday September 18 - Thursday September 24 - 9 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
- Doubtful Sound to Dusky Sound/Preservation Inlet - includes helicopter out to Te Anau
Monday June 1 - Sunday June 7 - 9 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Saturday June 13 - Friday June 19 - 8 cabins a/v - 4 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Monday August 31 - Sunday September 6 - 9 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Saturday September 12 - Friday September 18 - 9 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
Thursday September 24 - Wednesday September 30 - 8 cabins a/v - 1 Governor, 4 Captain Cook, 1 Endeavour, 2 Resolution
RATES 2025 & 2026
- Governor Cabin $9,000 per person (sleeps 2) - Super-King Dbl
- Captain Cook Cabin $7,500 per person (sleeps 2) - Super-King Dbl
- Endeavour Cabin $7,500 per person (sleeps 2) - 2 King Singles
- Resolution Cabin $4,750 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 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
The Fiordland Jewel is available for private charter for the following dates in 2025, contact us for a quotation or for availability in 2026:
- Thursday September 25 - Wednesday October 1
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:
- Bush, island and beach walks including the most south-westerly point of the South Island, Puysegur Point
- Visit historic Captain Cook and Gold Rush sites
- View incredible wildlife - Dusky Sound and its surrounding fiords are havens for marine and bird life
- Some fishing to catch a feed, if you wish to do so
- Kayaking and tender boat excursions
DAY 6-7
- We'll start to head back north through Breaksea and Doubtful Sounds. At Doubtful Sound on Day 7, you'll disembark and take a coach over the Wilmot Pass, a boat over Lake Manapouri to return to Manapouri.
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.
- Helicopter transfer (one way) to or from Te Anau to Preservation Inlet and a coach/boat transfer (one way) to or from Doubtful Sound to Manapouri
- All meals - all dietary requirements are catered for. Complimentary tea & coffee.
- Use of our kayaks and top deck hot tub (weather dependent)
- In each cabin: Toiletries - body wash, shampoo & conditioner by Sans [ceuticals], hairdryer, linen and bath towels
Excludes
- Wine, beer & soft drinks (no spirits), these are available for you to purchase from our licensed onboard bar. (BYO alcohol NOT permitted)
