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Fiordland is full of wonderful things to see and do, with something for everyone. If it's not here, you won't have to travel far to find it. As this country is known as the 'Adventure Capital of the World', you can always find thrills of every kind nearby, from bungy jumping and skydiving to jet boating and white-water rafting. Our 14 national parks are perfect for tramping, where spectacular scenery abounds. Our geothermal hotspots provide natural thermal pools, shooting geysers and bubbling mud pools, while our incredible wildlife is a must-see for animal lovers. There are plenty of picturesque beaches for swimming, surfing or relaxing, mountain ranges for skiing and snowboarding, glassy lakes for fishing and water sports, and native forests for exploring. Try delicious gourmet delights, visit an art or craft studio, go shopping, check out a Maori cultural performance or take advantage of our exciting range of events. And that's just the beginning!

Fiordland National Park contains spectacular fiords reaching into bush-clad hills and is backed by
mountains and numerous lakes, including Hauroko (New Zealand's deepest lake), Te Anau and Manapouri.
Once a sealing area, it is now almost deserted except for hikers and itinerant fishers. Rare species
include the takahe (an endangered bird once thought to be extinct), the blue duck, the kakapo (or
owl parrot), the Fiordland crested penguin and black coral in the fiords. There are also seals,
dolphins, native pigeons, bellbirds, kea and kiwi. Milford Sound is the northernmost and most
accessible of the fiords, and the famous Milford Track leads to it from Te Anau. Doubtful Sound,
known for its wilderness, lies to the south. The Hollyford Valley Track leads to remote Martins Bay
on the West Coast. The Routeburn and Kepler Tracks behind Te Anau and Manapouri lead through
glorious rainforest almost untouched by humans. Cruises, guided and independent hikes, and scenic
flights are the favourite ways of enjoying the park. Camping is permitted at authorised sites only.