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The Doubtful sound is part of the Fiordland National Park in New Zealand and is very popular because of its remoteness. The best way to experience and explore the fjord and its solitude is by kayak.
background
The Doubtful Sound of James Cookwho at the time apparently found it too "doubtful" to sail the fjord. Because of the huge amounts of precipitation, the fjord is covered with a layer of fresh water several meters thick. This gives the underwater world a special flora and fauna, see diving in Milford Sound.
What you have to reckon with in any case are hosts of sand flies. These little beasts can truly drive you crazy if you let yourself. Nevertheless, you shouldn't do without the sound. There are good insect repellants that provide reliable protection against pests.
getting there
Dynamic cardsThere is no direct road link to Doubtful Sound.
In the street
The journey takes the minibus to Lake Manapouri (Pearl Harbor), there it goes by boat over Lake Manapouri past the hydroelectric power station and then again with the minibus or in the coach, over the Wilmot Pass to the fjord.
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Tourist Attractions
With a lot of luck you can be in the water Dolphins or New Zealand fur seals to be watched. In addition, one of the rarest penguins in the world lives there, the Fiordland Crested Penguin.
activities
- Go Orange Kayak. Tel.: 64 (0)3 249 8585, Tel. Toll-free: 64 800 24 66 72, Email: [email protected]. The operator organizes multi-day kayak tours in Doubtful Sound and rents out the necessary equipment.Price: approx. 400, - NZD for a three day trip.
- Fiordland Cruises. Tel.: 64 (0)3-249-7777, Tel. Toll-free: 64 800 368 283, Fax: 64 (0)3-249-7536, Email: [email protected]. The organizer offers an overnight trip by boat on the fjord.
shop
Because of its remoteness there are no shopping opportunities. You have to bring everything you need with you.
kitchen
There are no restaurants or other places to eat. Bring food and drinks with you.
accommodation
- 1 Deep Cove School Hostel, 1938 Wilmot Pass Rd, Fiordland National Park 9691. Tel.: 64 (0)3 218-7655.
Most of the accommodation is reserved for school classes to learn more about nature, it is comparable to a school camp. It is the last chance to get drinking water and a proper toilet at the fjord and has a couple of beds for paddlers and hikers for an overnight stay.Price: Adults: from $ 28.
trips
All that remains of the Doubtful Sound is the way back.
Web links
- Department of Conservation - the DOC offers a lot of helpful information about New Zealand's national parks.
- Official website of Fiordland
