Activities
Scenic Cruise & Guided Nature Walk
Cross the South Fiord taking in all its majestic beauty and allow us to show you some of the most untouched wilderness in the world.
Take a comfortable hike in the most majestic native vegetation, heavy with secrets of millions of years of dramatic land formation.
Walk past trees with ancient origins, crystal clear waterways, hidden lakes, and rock faces pulled from the depths of the majestic south.
Enjoy the luxury of being served canapés and refreshments before returning under sail to Te Anau
- Canape (Please advise of Dietary Requirements)
- Drinks
- Bug Spray if needed
Camera, Comfortable Footwear, Warm Jacket
3 hours>
Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau
Make your way down to Te Anau’s historic wharf, and step aboard an elegant vessel on this 1.5-hour champagne cruise. Pause to appreciate the beauty of the era you’re about to experience and celebrate the attention to detail and fine craftsmanship of the mid 1930’s. Sit back and relax as you sail into the deep waters of Lake Te Anau. Allow yourself to be treated with champagne and canapés as the ancient history and unique Fiordland landscape slide by effortlessly. Celebrate your vacation as the setting sun turns Te Anau golden, take a deep breath and connect.
- Supper
- Drinks
- Bug Spray if needed
Camera, Comfortable Footwear, Warm Jacket
1.5 hours>
Overnight Charter
Our online booking system for overnight charters only displays a limited number of available dates. Please enquire with us if your preferred date is not listed as available.
Exclusive overnight charters are available with us, completely tailored to you.
Schedule the length of time you need, for up to a maximum of 3 days. Charter our boat to stay as a couple or as a group of up to 5, overnight on historic lake Te Anau.
Step back in time, and sleep in one of the two private cabins on board Faith, be looked after by our amazing crew and experience a journey like no other.
Enjoy long nature walks, rowing ashore, swimming from the yacht and paddle boarding to one of the islands. Feast on local produce prepared by our local restaurant and cooked onboard, retreat to your cabin at night and listen to the native birds night calls.
Treat yourself to a lifelong memory in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
All your food and beverage requirements
All your linen requirements
Bedding
Insect Repellent
Warm clothing
Swimming attire
Waterproof Jacket
Suitable footwear (Sand shoes & Gym shoes)
Sun glasses
Sun hat
24 hours >
October - April
For enquires visit https://fiordlandhistoriccruises.co.nz/charters/
South Fiord Special Charter
Journey up the South Fiord taking in all its majestic beauty and allow us to show you some of the most untouched wilderness in the world.
Take a trek in the most majestic waterfall of Gorge Falls native vegetation, heavy with secrets of millions of years of dramatic land formation.
Enjoy the luxury of our 1935 sail boat.
- Lunch & Morning Afternoon tea (Please advise of Dietary Requirements)
- Drinks
- Bug Spray if needed
Camera, Comfortable Footwear, Warm Jacket
6+ hours>
Special Event - Gore Boat Club Marathon
Enjoy the racing action on board the spectator vessel during the Gore Marathon Boat race.
Cash Bar Available
Enjoy the luxury of our 1935 sail boat while being close to the action.
- Viewing from lower decks
- Sheltered viewing from inside wheel house
- Bug Spray if needed
Camera, Comfortable Footwear, Warm Jacket, Binoculars
- No BYO - Cash Bar Available
- Food Available to purchase
>3 hours>