Wild Fiordland

02/05/2024

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01/01/2024

Plunge into 2024 with all your might!
Fiordland is packed with adventures to be had, all that is needed is you!

📸 Young Adventuress | Wild Fiordland
📍 Dusky Sound

31/12/2023

Seeing another year out in this stunning corner of NZ on the Breaksea Girl, our home in the Wild - sending New Year goodness your way from the team at Wild Fiordland.

10/10/2023

Mothership Kayaking
Tamatea/Dusky Sound - Fiordland

Described by our guides as ‘backpacking on water’; our kayak adventures are the perfect way to immerse yourself in the wild. Follow the paddle strokes of Fiordland’s first explorers, get closer to our playful fauna, move with Mother Nature as she takes you on a journey through her ever-changing hues and moods, then come on home to our unique sailboat. Chat to our team and book your remote, bespoke adventure today.

Upcoming adventure: 31st October - 4th November 2023

10/07/2023

Chuffed to be captured by New Zealand Guide as one of the best places to eat in Te Anau /Fiordland. Thankyou 🙏
We have amazing local produce and it’s an absolute treat to showcase : ocean/paddock to plate

The best places to eat in Te Anau, Fiordland. 1. Redcliff Cafe. 2. Ditto. 3. Sprig and Thistle. 4. Fiordland Lodge. 5. The Fat Duck.

04/07/2023

Fiordland’s longest fiords, Te Houhou / George Sound. With a name that literally translates to ‘make peace’, you can imagine the tranquil setting that awaits. Te Houhou is 26 kilometres of forest-covered, sheer-cliffed inlet, which is over 1,500 metres wide at its broadest point. This stunning sound is entered by several rivers, with hikes that lead you from the fiord waters to majestic waterfalls and onto stunning lakes.

It's a fabulous playground and we are heading there early next month! We have a one time limited offer to add some ☀️ to your winter blues, with a last minute deal on one of our favourite set adventures - Slice of the Wild.

2 nights aboard Breaksea Girl
Return Helicopter transfers from Te Anau
All meals, adventures and linen included
$1500 per person - thats a saving of 30% - don't miss the boat - get in touch!

20/06/2023

Had a beaut welcome to the 55th edition of the Mystery Creek Fieldays last week!

As newcomers to this event we were super impressed by the showcase of diversity, innovation and sustainability. We were also stoked to connect with new faces and it was especially cool to have some of our previous guests (our extended Wild whanau and friends of the Breaksea Girl) find us on the map and drop by to say Hi. What a treat!

Great company + good fun. We'll be back for another round for sure!

Meanwhile, if you entered our onsite competition at the Fieldays to win a spot on an epic five day Dusky Sound adventure into the Wild, we will be drawing the lucky winner on the 30th June - cross your fingers and toes! 🤞🦶

10/03/2023

You won't find any fresher crayfish than on a cruise through Fiordland, straight from the ocean onto your plate! 🦞

Whether you like to sit back and relax on the deck to soak in the awe-inspiring beauty surrounding you, or you'd like to pack as much action as you can with snorkelling, kayaking & freediving, there is a cruise for you!

Which cruise will you choose? ⛴️
https://www.fiordland.org.nz/see-and-do/activities/boat-cruises/

09/01/2023

From kayaking with the tides and free diving in sheltered bays, to basking in the afternoon sun and following the native fauna, we’ve created a series of summer journeys that make the most of our unique environment.

We're also pleased to announce that we've released a new departure for one of our favourite set adventures departing in just a few weeks time:

Heart of Fiordland - Tamatea | Dusky Sound
30th Jan - 3rd Feb 2023
4 spaces left

Contact the team to claim your spot, gather a crew or join ours.

02/01/2023

Stunning Fiordland mornings reign this week as we lean into 2023. With another big year behind us, we're feeling very grateful. Our buckets are full of special moments with beautiful people; guests aboard the Breaksea Girl - our home in the wild.

Our Wild whānau wish you lots of fun, adventure, love and goodness for the year ahead. A parting sentiment: strengthen your connection with Nature, it's simply good for your soul.

Nga mihi mahana | Happy New Year!

22/12/2022

Lose the crowds, meet the locals.

A wild moment captured as resident bottlenose dolphins drop by to play the bow wave of the Breaksea Girl. Super cool!

Fiordland has three distinct pods of bottlenose dolphins which are thought to be the most southern resident populations also considered the habitat limit of the species.

They have been extensively studied since 1990 and show adaptations which set these apart from other populations around the world. In order to cope with the cooler water habitat, they are much larger (rotund), they have seasonal breeding, and respond to seasonal habitat changes.

The comprehensive photo - identification catalouge has helped identify that each pod have unique social structures; mostly attributed to their geographic isolation and ecological constraints.

Like many wild species, the viability of a sustainable population is at a constant threat. Another reason we never tire of moments like this. I mean who doesn't love dolphins. Special!

27/09/2022

Got plans for the next long weekend?

Helicopter into one of Fiordland’s lesser-known sounds Te Houhou / George Sound for a two night Slice of the Wild. Paddle the pristine waters, drop your jaw at Alice Falls, stroll the lush ancient rainforest and unwind on the decks of our distinctive sailboat; ‘Breaksea Girl’.

Spots are available for Labour weekend 22 -24 October 2022. Gather a crew or join ours and book your slice of the wild now $1750 PP

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17/08/2022

Scotty - legendary

Any epic adventure goes beyond the landscape, activities, weather and destination. It is as much about the company you keep and that dose of magic to pull it all together.

If you’re lucky enough to have Scotty aboard as crew, adventure guide, storyteller, trickster, aspiring bush cook, and more (probably should stop there😜), your time with Wild Fiordland will be bursting at the edges with richness.

Having a thirst for adventure and an unwavering drive to fill the basket with knowledge, Scotty has crafted a pretty neat existence in Fiordland and we LOVE having him as part of our Wild Fiordland whanau.

Arriving from the Kapiti coast to join Fi and her crew of sea kayakers, Scott spent the summer months guiding multi day trips in Doubtful and Milford Sound, whilst spending the quiet winter months venturing further into Fiordland.

The lure of hot showers, a warm bed and adventure mothership was real for Scotty and he leapt at opportunities to jump aboard the Breaksea Girl on our frequent escapes along the coast exploring other Fiords. With a keenness to learn; teamed with his solid outdoor experience, Scotty proved to be an awesome first mate.

Now, a few years down the track with many strings to his bow (strangely enough you might even see him out there in the bush with one - but that’s another story) Scott is considered a key part of the fabric of the Breaksea Girl and Wild Fiordland.

His knack to transport you to another place with storytelling, his gentle inquisitive nature, and charm is second to none. We quite enjoy sitting down to share a dram at the end of an adventure filled day, and we know our guests love doing so too. This dose of magic=legendary.

27/04/2022

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Summer has been epic! The weather has truely turned it on for some solid adventuring in Fiordland this summer. Although we love a good storm, our tanks are full of summer fun, sunshine and the good life of being amongst beautiful people, stunning sunsets, adventure and yummy food! So with our tanks....

07/04/2022

Are you adventure ready?

We have some last minute spots available on a 4 night adventure into Dusky Sound departing this Sunday! 10-14th April

Helicopter into the Heart of Fiordland - Dusky Sound for an all inclusive adventure aboard the charming Breaksea Girl.

Escape the daily grind, slow the pace, and reconnect with mother nature. Whether you are a solo traveller, wish to surprise your favourite person or have a few friends or family you want to hang with, we have all the ingredients to curate an adventure of a lifetime!

Keen to know more....give us a bell.
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11/03/2022

Kaupapa Moana

This week is NZ's annual week of celebrating our seas and the connections we have with it.

Our appreciation for this special toanga (the ocean and its inhabitants) is unwavering and the idea of expressing how critical it is to protect, lies in everyday actions - not limited to one week.

However we thought we'd take the opportunity to celebrate a historic moment which unfolded this week, as we think it's pretty cool.

Shackleton's expedition ship "Endurance" has been discovered 107 years after it sank in the Weddell Sea.

Apparently, she's sitting pretty on the seafloor at a depth of 3008m, upright, and in remarkably great condition for a timber ship of this nature. A deep sea polar biologist suggests that unsurprisingly, it appears that wood-munching animals found in other oceans, are not present in this area.

Frank Worsley was a NZ sailor and explorer who served on Shackleton's Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914 -1917 as captain of the "Endurance", is our kiwi connection to this newly discovered toanga in the depths of the ocean.

27/02/2022

This is Cool!

Huge congratulations to our friends up in the Coromandel, who have smashed it on the world stage with their award winning "Awildian" Coromandel Dry Gin.

We recently had the luxury of having these guys aboard the Breaksea Girl for a decent dose of Wild. Their spirits (not just the distilled ones) are Gold, and it's no surprise to see them standing up there on the podium. They are inspiring, hard working, have a strong affinity with wilderness and adventure, staunchly committed to being kind to the earth; and not to mention are bloody neat people.

Trust us, you'll want to wrap your hands around this award winning bottle of goodness. Well done - Rockstars!

Coromandel Distilling Company

27/02/2022

Brian - aka MacGyver

You'll feel pretty comfortable stepping aboard the Breaksea Girl when she's in the hands of our skipper Brian.

Originally from Titahi Bay, Brian has spent much of his time exploring new places both on and off the water; and for the past decade and more, that time has been in Fiordland.

Along with his engineering background, he brings the relaxed, calm, and considered element to the party (he's actually pretty good at whipping up a tasty birthday cake too).

Brian has an innate ability to improvise and solve problems, attributes akin to working in remote settings; and not to mention MacGyver (plus he's never without his trusty 'Leatherman').

Brian is extremely proud of the Breaksea Girl, is passionate about protecting wilderness values, and feels privileged to be able to work and play in this special corner of Aotearoa.

When asked what he loves most of all... "its the family bach vibe the Breaksea Girl offers up to those who step aboard".....(we were all expecting him to say the Engine room😜).

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06/02/2022

We all know that Fiordland is pretty special and equally as cool, are the people who live and breathe it. Keep an eye out over the next few weeks to discover the souls who fire the stoke inside Wild Fiordland

27/11/2021

Just home from another epic kayaking adventure in Dusky Sound. A mix of weather, great peops, loads of penguins, dolphins (and a couple of whales!) with afternoon sunbathing on the decks of the Breaksea Girl. Mothership kayaking is lush!

16/11/2021

8:15pm Golden hour starts
Revolver Bay, Preservation Inlet
Fiordland....

03/11/2021

Looking for summer holiday inspiration?
Check out what NZ Herald have to say about how to spend time in Dusky Sound- a truely magic corner of Aotearoa.

nzherald.co.nz Fiordland NZ

13 of the country's best boat trips that let you set foot on islands far and wide.

15/10/2021

Do you have the luxury to escape to Fiordland for an adventure early next month? Our sweet deal might just be your ticket!

6 days Northern Fiords
$1850 per person
SAVE $900pp
1-6 November

We have a super sweet last minute deal up our sleeve that you wont want to miss! This is a perfect opportunity to disconnect, escape and recharge in the wild, whilst having an epic adventure along the way.

Freedive, Walk, Kayak, Sail, Relax

Secure your spot for a trip of a lifetime.



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13/10/2021

Join the Wild Society and receive tales, updates and special offers to get you away from your inbox and into nature. Our latest edition has a pretty juicy deal! Grab a cuppa and let us transport you to the wild corners of Fiordland.

We all know the current situation is rather frustrating and challenging across the board. Our hearts go out to all the folks caught up in various lockdown levels, and the uncertainty which comes with the realities we all face as we move though this moment in time. Sadly, lockdowns have created a bit...

14/09/2021

Haerenga ki Te Rua O Te Moko
Journey to Fiordland

In Maori mythology, demi god Tū Te Rakiwhānoa carved the fiords using his adze perfecting his technique as he travelled north. From Rakituma/Preservation Inlet, up to Piopiotahi/Milford Sound the fiords and inlets become narrower and more defined as you travel north.

We have an upcoming epic haerenga (journey) to discover the fine work of Tū Te Rakiwhānoa.

This is an adventure for those wanting to sail above and beyond the average explorer, from Patea/Doubtful Sound to Piopiotahi/Milford Sound. Where mountains rise out of the water and each new corner turned, reveals another spectacular vista.

With several remote fiords, cloaked with history, secluded islands and untouched beaches that await, the wild world is your oyster.

Over five nights and six days there will be ample opportunity to swim, snorkel, stroll and kayak. Limited to just 10 guests, this is the perfect way to soak up the magic of this world class destination.

Gather a crew or join ours and book now for $2750 pp.

https://www.wildfiordland.co.nz/setadventures

23/08/2021

A picture of grace and strength.

Typically silent at sea, the Southern Bullers Mollymawk is one of our smallest Albatross which can live for over 45 years.

Right now, fledging should be underway at the Snares Islands. Amazingly, once fledged, these chicks do not touch the whenua for an average of six years!

We think they are pretty cool. Whats more, the bow of the Breaksea Girl is embellished with the image of these graceful birds - symbolic icon cruising the Fiordland Coast.


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06/08/2021

It may not be bikini weather in Fiordland right now, however we have all the ingredients to warm your soul. Get in touch to learn more abut our latest hot deals to fast track you into the wild.

26/05/2021

Winter is just around the corner, but we’re still rocking some magnificent Autumn Gold!
Love the warmth this pic depicts as the sunlight kisses the waterline closing out another adventure filled day in Fiordland.

09/04/2021

Our amazing friends at Moments Travel NZ have a pretty Epic competition running right now; you wont want to miss out! Check out their goodness below for your chance to win - you never know, that "bucket list" trip to Fiordland may come to light sooner than you thought!

Win $1,000 cash with Moments...

Here’s how it works:

1. Send Moments a message saying where you are going and we will respond with our picks on what to do while you are there
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4. Go in to draw to win $1,000 cash - easy!

27/01/2021

Heart of Fiordland - 5 day Dusky Sound Adventure

Helicopter into the heart of Fiordland to a secluded anchorage surrounded by waterways and remote islands of Tamatea / Dusky Sound. Walk, kayak, explore, freedive, snorkel or just sit back and let nature work her magic on our distinctive sailboat Breaksea Girl. Spots are available for February 13 -17th 2021

Don't miss this last minute Wild offer $3000pp (15% off)