The largest national park in New Zealand and one of the largest in the world, this 12,600 square kilometre park is home to threatened flora and fauna.
A vast expanse of Fiordland was made a scenic reserve in 1904 and then a national park in 1952. Later editions of Hollyford Valley in the 1960s and the Waitutu forest in 1998 brought the total land area of Fiordland National Park to 12,600 square kilometres – the largest national park in New Zealand and one of the largest in the world.
Challenging weather, difficult and often steep terrain, and dense vegetation, means the interior of Fiordland is largely inaccessible. As a result, the region was never subjected to notable logging operations by early Europeans, and even attempts at whaling, seal hunting, and mining were on a small scale and short-lived. This lack of human interference means Fiordland National Park contains the greatest extent of unmodified vegetation in New Zealand, creating a haven for significant populations of endemic plants and threatened animals - in some cases the only remaining wild populations of native species in New Zealand.
Experience Fiordland National Park
Experience Fiordland National Park
Experience "the finest walk in the world" as you retrace the steps of early explorers through glacier-carved valleys and ancient rainforests.
Enjoy panoramic views over mountains, alpine lakes and Fiordland National Park on this half-day walk.
This is the ultimate alpine adventure; weaving through meadows and reflective tarns, with spectacular views over vast mountain ranges and valleys.
DOC huts provide unique places to stay, refuge from bad weather, or a place to rest and recover when you're out exploring the outdoors.
Walk to the stunning Marian Falls and then either return via the same short, easy track or continue on to the beautiful Lake Marian.
Walk through lush forest, beside a mighty river, alongside beautiful lakes, then out to the wild West Coast, on this amazing tramping adventure.
Wander through red beech forest and take in the awe-inspiring views of the Eglinton valley, Lake Gunn and the surrounding mountains.
Explore the Fiordland coast and Dusky Sound as you follow in the footsteps of Captain Cook with this 5 day discovery expedition.
