Fiordland National Park

About Fiordland National Park

Fiordland National Park is a refuge of many species of wild animals and sea mammals, such as penguins, dolphins, fur-seals and seals. We can also find here five big lakes and several waterfalls. The biggest lakes are: Lake Mirror, Lake Monowai, Lake Hauroko, Green Lake, Lake Te Anau and Lake Manapouri.

The Lakes

Lake Te Anau is located in the dense forest, and it is usually the first lake the visitors see, due to its size. It is also the gateway to Fiordland National Park. The lake is 61 km long and 417 m deep, and it is the largest lake of the park. Fiordland National Park also offers underground beauties in the Te Anau Caves. You can get there on the lake of the same name. Lake Mirror is famous for the mirror reflection of the mountains towering above it. Lake Monowai is a centre of recreational sports. Lake Hauroko is the deepest lake in New Zealand , while Green Lake was named after its emerald green water. A unique water power plant stands on Lake Manapouri. Fiordland National Park can take pride in the longest fiord - Doubtful Sound which is 40 km long, it stretches from the foothills of the Southern Alps to the Tasman Sea. It is connected with Manapouri by a 10 km long tunnel leading under the mountains. The next popular place in Fiordland National Park is the Milford Sound, where we can get through the beautiful Cleddau Valley.

The Highest Sea Cliff in the World

Over Milford Sound rises the majestic mountain - Miter Peak, the highest sea cliff in the world, which is also the most famous point of Milford Sound. Fiordland National Park, near Milford Sound hides the beautiful Bowen Falls, where the water hurtles down from the height of 160 m. The next site worth mentioning is Dusky Sound, where tours on cruise ships are organized. The Milford Track in Fiordland National Park offers the most beautiful natural sceneries of New Zealand . The 55 km long track leads you through the most fascinating places of the island.

Hiking and Accommodation

Fiordland National Park is the best location for hikers in New Zealand . There are more than 500 km of hiking trails. Fiordland National Park offers accommodation in cottages and camps, too. But first you have to buy a pass authorizing your accommodation. Thanks to its rare flora and fauna, as well as its unique geology and landscape, Fiordland National Park was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.