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SAFER PARKING AGENCY FIORDLAND WILDERNESS EXPERIENCES TO MOSSBURN & QUEENSTOWN Te Anau base Sandy Brown Rd

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FIORDLAND WILDERNESS EXPERIENCES Sandy Brown Road Te Anau, New Zealand Phone: +64 (0)3 249 7700 Freephone: 0800 200 434 [email protected] www.seakayakfiordland.co.nz

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Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound lie within Senses are heightened Fiordland National Park - a massive wilderness of rugged snow-capped peaks, almost vertical cliffs - it is exciting being out and luxuriant rainforest. Being one of the wettest places in the world, waterfalls cascade into the deep, on the water and there sheltered waters of the fiords and tendrils of mist is the feeling of really drift amongst the tops. experiencing an Kayaking within this designated world heritage area exceptional place. is unbeatable - it is immensely rewarding and lots of fun. It is exhilarating gliding along taking in the sights and sounds, dwarfed by cliffs hundreds of metres above. Wildlife is often encountered when Milford Sound Kayaking hugging the shoreline and you’ll hear bird song and 1 day 2-3 see the rainforest in beautiful detail. Doubtful Sound Kayaking We’re passionate about kayaking in Fiordland and 2 days 4-5 have been running guided trips for 20 years. We are Doubtful Sound Kayaking a founding member of the New Zealand Sea Kayak 3+ days 6-7 Operators Association, employ experienced kayaking guides and use top quality equipment. Important Information 8-10 Milford Sound is stunning. With an experienced guide and a small group of kayakers you’ll explore this spectacular fiord. looking up at Mitre Peak, Pembroke Glacier and thundering waterfalls from water level is awe-inspiring. Possible wildlife sightings include seals and occasionally penguins and dolphins. Four to five hours of kayaking is involved and weather permitting we’ll stop for lunch on a secluded beach. If the afternoon breeze comes up we’ll raft our kayaks together and sail back - fantastic!

You have the option of joining this kayaking adventure either at Te Anau, The Divide (routeburn Track road end) or in Milford. Travelling with us along the Milford road is definitely part of the experience. We’ll provide, good Kiwi music and tell stories, have afternoon tea and stop at our favourite places. MIlFOrD SOuND KAYAKING 1 DAY MILFORD SOUND KAYAKING Weather dependent Small groups, maximum eight per guide

DepARt MILFORD Top quality sea kayaking equipment (double kayaks) and clothing Sep - May 8.30am daily Duration 6hrs Experienced kayak guides (carry group safety and emergency Pick-up at the Milford lodge equipment, make all safety decisions, provide paddling advice and DepARt te ANAU a comprehensive safety briefing) Sep - May 6.30am Competence in water and moderate fitness required, minimum Duration 12hrs age 16 years (no paddling experience needed although energy, Pick-up from most accommodation or enthusiasm and a sense of humour all help) specified car parks (refer map on back). Te Anau coach connections available (pick-ups from most accommodation)

If you have travelled with us from Hot drinks and kayaking snacks provided Te Anau and we can’t kayak due to deteriorating weather, the kayaking is replaced by a launch cruise (or the value of the cruise Combine kayaking in Milford Sound is refunded) and the nature tour with two or more days wilderness home is extended. kayaking in Doubtful Sound. This two-day trip is all about allowing yourself some quality time to experience a personal adventure; a genuine sea kayaking and camping trip in a remote environment that epitomises what Fiordland wilderness is all about - and of course having fun along the way! Each day involves approximately five hours kayaking amidst towering cliffs, waterfalls and lush rain forest. Penguins, seals and dolphins are sometimes encountered and bird song breaks the silence as we paddle the shoreline.

In the evening we camp amidst the forest in Hall Arm beside a fresh water stream - a special place in which to relax as dusk descends.

DOuBTFul SOuND KAYAKING 2 DAYS *Oct-mid Nov and mid-late Apr Crossing of lake Manapouri and Wilmot Pass involved DOUBtFUL SOUND KAYAKING departs Monday, Thursday and Weather dependent Saturday only. Small groups, maximum eight per guide Pick-up just after 6.15am from most DepARt MANApOURI accommodation or specified car parks Top quality sea kayaking equipment (double expedition style Oct - Apr 6.45am daily* (refer map on back). fibreglass sea kayaks), clothing and camping equipment Duration 2 days If we can’t kayak due to deteriorating (returns 5.30pm day 2) weather, the kayaking may be replaced by a launch cruise and Comprehensive safety and paddling techniques briefing DepARt te ANAU camping replaced with a hostel. Oct - Apr daily* Please phone by 5.00pm day prior to Experienced kayak guides (carry group safety and emergency Duration 2 days departure to confirm pick up place and equipment, make all safety decisions, provide helpful paddling time and to advise your height and (returns 6.00pm day 2) instruction and tell you about Doubtful Sound) weight (wet suit sizing).

Competence in water and moderate fitness required, minimum age 16 years (no paddling experience needed although drive, a “Kayaking is by far the can-do attitude and a positive outlook all assist) best way to intimately Te Anau coach connections included (pick-ups from explore the unique sounds most accommodation) and sights of this natural wonder and spending Hot drinks provided the night enhances Kayakers supply own food this experience.” - NZ Adventure Magazine The more time you spend in Doubtful Sound, the greater the rewards. Doubtful Sound is a vast, untouched wilderness. Three times longer than Milford Sound it has a sea surface area roughly ten times larger due to its longer length and many side arms. There are wonderful secluded waterways and islands to explore.

Our multi-day expedition-style trips are designed to really enhance your understanding of wilderness and adventure. They offer a challenge at all levels and an experience of a lifetime. Please contact us for more details. DOuBTFul SOuND KAYAKING 3, 4 & 5 DAYS

Crossing of lake Manapouri and Wilmot Pass involved DOUBTFUL SOUND KAYAKING Expedition kayaking in the isolated southern fiords (Dusky Contact us directly or check Small groups, maximum eight per guide (departures require Sound and Preservation Inlet) out our website for departures. minimum numbers) can also be arranged. Contact With each of these multi-day us for further details. Top quality sea kayaking equipment (double expedition-style fibreglass expeditions all kayakers meet at our Te Anau base 4.00pm sea kayaks), clothing and camping equipment the day before departure. Comprehensive safety briefing At this meeting we answer questions and work through Experienced kayak guides (carry group safety and emergency equipment, trip details (food, equipment etc). make all safety decisions, provide paddling advice and tell stories along the way)

Minimum age 16 years, competence in water, moderate fitness and stamina essential (determination and a great attitude also makes for an excellent trip)

No experience required for three day trip; but preferred for four and five day options

Te Anau coach connections included (pick-ups from most accommodation)

Hot drinks provided; kayakers supply own food MILFORD SOUND

MILFORD WHAT TO BrING WE PrOVIDE WHAT TO WEAR TO WANAKA Please wear your swimsuit or kayaking underwear layer beneath GLENORCHY warm clothes/waterproof jacket on pick-up (makes changing into MIlFOrD MIlFOrD paddling gear easier and quicker). The best way to carry your other gear to the launch point is in a backpack. Swimsuit or underwear (to wear Thermal top and leggings 94 QUEENSTOWN under thermals) Wetsuit vest (Milford Sound) Shorts Fleece top FOOD On a kayaking trip you will eat more than usual and there is plenty DOUBTFUL TE ANAU DOWNS Soft shoes or sandals (will get wet) Paddle jacket of storage space on the kayaks. Bring food which is simple but SOUND MAVORA Warm socks life jacket (buoyancy vest) NEE IS nourishing, quick and easy to cook. Please remove excess packaging SECRETARY LAKES Towel Spray deck and carry food in bags (supermarket cloth bags are ideal). ISLAND BRADSHAW SOUND LAKE TE ANAU 6 Sunblock/sunhat/sunglasses Fleece hat Food suggestions: KEPLER Insect repellent DAGG SOUND MOUNTAINS TE ANAU Pogies (paddling gloves) Snacks: bananas, chocolate, muesli bars DEEP COVE 95 Camera (disposable or waterproof) Dry bags (clothing and camera) Lunches: instant noodles/sachet soup, sandwich type food (cheese, WILMOT 94 Water bottle Double kayak/paddles salami, tuna), fruit, biscuits PASS MANAPOURI FIVE RIVERS MOSSBURN Change of clothes/footwear Group safety and emergency gear Evening meal: pasta, rice or noodles with sauce plus soft vegetables, rain jacket meat, canned fish LUMSDEN Hot drinks DUSKY SOUND lunch Breakfast: cereals, fruit, yoghurt, toast, baked beans (can pre-ordered at extra cost) CANCELLATION POLICY RISK DISCLOSURE DOuBTFul DOuBTFul Fiordland Wilderness Experiences reserves the right to cancel or Sea kayaking and wilderness camping have inherent risks and can be amend any tour due to road, water or weather conditions. If we have dangerous. In Fiordland they are characterised by: remoteness, rapidly Swimsuit or underwear Thermal top to cancel a tour due to such circumstances, we do not charge you or changing and sometimes extreme weather and water conditions, cold Soft shoes/sandals (will get wet) long john wetsuit a refund is given. water, limited kayak landing sites and camping under forest canopy. Detailed risk management and strict safety procedures are observed, Warm socks Fleece top If you wish to cancel or reschedule and not be charged or receive a however, there still remains an element of risk. Fiordland Wilderness Towel Paddle jacket refund, as many days notice as the number of days in your kayaking Experiences cannot absolutely guarantee participants’ safety. Fiordland tour, are required, e.g. one day tour = 24 hours notice, two days tour Warm tops (thermal or wool) life jacket (buoyancy vest) Wilderness Experiences accepts its legal responsibilities but cannot = 48 hours notice etc. All cancellations will incur a 10% cancellation fee. be held responsible for personal injury or for loss, theft or damage long trousers Spray deck of/to your equipment outside legal responsibilities. Participants will You will be fully charged, no refund will be given if: rain trousers Fleece/sun/rain hat be required to sign a liability form to this effect before starting a tour.

Waterproof jacket Pogies (paddling gloves) 1. You do not cancel with as many days notice as the number of Changing conditions can mean that tours have to be modified. No Shoes for campsite Dry bags (clothing and camera) days in your kayaking tour. two tours are the same. It is very rare but weather could delay your scheduled return by up to 24 hours e.g. road closures or weather Warm hat Double kayak/paddles 2. You miss your tour departure. conditions preventing kayaking. Clients on guided tours must listen Torch/flashlight Group safety and emergency gear 3. You do not turn up (even if due to unexpected illness, injury, carefully to and follow guides’ instructions and adhere to safety Water bottle One or two person tents vehicle breakdown, sleeping late etc). requirements. Our reputation depends on your safety - we give it top priority and take it seriously. Sunblock/sunglasses/insect Thermarest/sleeping mat 4. We have to cancel your booking because of client unsuitability repellent Gas cooker owing to age, ill health, poor fitness, inappropriate physical size, intoxication, inability to communicate in English etc. Toiletries/personal medication Pots/cooking utensils Camera Chairs Due to the nature of our business and given we only work with small groups, cancellations affect us significantly and we apply a strict Sleeping bag (available for hire Communal shelter (insect proof) from [email protected]) cancellation policy. We therefore strongly recommend that you have Hot drinks travel insurance which covers all potential cancellation circumstances. Food (Te Anau has two good “Paddle under Toilet paper supermarkets which stay A confirmed booking means that all parties to the booking have read, overhanging granite open late) understood and accepted the conditions of our cancellation policy. cliffs and up close Plate, cup and utensils (unless pre-ordered with us, no extra cost) to thundering Additional campsite clothing is waterfalls.” required for 3-5 day trips