When Rob Swale took over his father’s crayfishing boat and business around 20 years ago he also figuratively laid the keel for today’s Fiordland Discovery luxury cruises and charters.
However, what really separates this experience is the location. New Zealand’s most applauded wilderness treasures are close enough to touch in Fiordland, Milford Sound, Dusky Sound (where Captain Cook was happy to spend five weeks) and of course Stewart Island.
On the surface you feast on a world-acclaimed tourism vista from alpine heights to sheer fiord depths. Underwater there is an extraordinary array of marine species many of which would normally only be discovered at great depths, the onboard ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) allows guests to explore underwater when live footage is screened back to high definition televisions onboard the boat.
As the skipper himself admits, “The cooler months are ideal for exploring the fiords - it’s a surreal experience being able to enjoy the snowy peaks and captivating wildlife from the comfort of your own spacious cabin or even from the top-deck hot tub with a wine in hand.”
Whether guests choose multi-day cruises of Fiordland or Stewart Island or an exclusive charter they will be relaxing with genuine Kiwi hospitality and comfort.
As Rob Swale says, “We established Fiordland Discovery to give guests up-close-and-personal access to our phenomenal wilderness. To take each person into the heart of the south.”
Book a luxury cabin on one of our seven-day scenic, nature and historic cruises with opportunities to fish. Or gather
a group of family, friends or colleagues for a bespoke, private, seven-day scenic, fishing, hunting or diving charter.
• Nine cabins all with private ensuites.
• Onboard chef, all meals are provided including
crayfish and blue cod.
• A maximum of 18 passengers per cruise.
Get in touch to find out more about our scheduled cruises during May, June and August 2019.