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Activities in Fiordland National Park

Fiordland National Park is a fantastic spot to enjoy many activities with your family and friends, including walking, tramping (multi-day), boating, camping, climbing, fishing, hunting, kayaking, and more.

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Hunting in Fiordland

Fiordland National Park, the nearby Pyke Forest and areas in western Southland provide a wide range of hunting opportunities. Find out about what to hunt and where, hunting permits, safety and trip planning.

Kayaking in Fiordland

Fiordland offers fantastic areas for kayaking, including Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound and numerous lakes and rivers. Find out where you can go kayaking, kayak hire, safety and tips and trip planning.

Mountain biking in Fiordland

Find out about places to go mountain biking in the Fiordland area, including on formed roads and selected local tracks (but sorry, no bikes are allowed on tracks in Fiordland National Park).

Special events in Fiordland

Take part in one of many special recreational events held annually in Fiordland National Park. Choose from mountain adventure runs, endurance walking, road cycling, fishing competitions, swim racing, volunteering and more.

Guided activities and tours

Find businesses that are DOC-approved to provide guided activities and tours in Fiordland National Park.

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Publications

Fiordland National Park Management Plan - June 2007

Day walks in Fiordland National Park (PDF, 700K)

General Policy for National Parks

Weather

NZ weather

Weather and climate in Fiordland

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Parks and recreation in Fiordland

Great Walks in Fiordland

Fiordland (www.newzealand.com)

Didymo: help protect Fiordland's rivers from this weed

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Fiordland alerts (current conditions and track updates)

Safety guidelines for Great Walks in Fiordland

Contacts

Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
Phone:	+64 3 249 7924
Address:	Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre Lakefront Drive Te Anau 9600
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