Jodie’s guidebook for Te Anau & Fiordland
Sightseeing
Less than 2 hours drive from The Beech House, Milford Sound is the 8th wonder of the world and a must do day trip.
Take a boat trip out and see dolphins, good booking rates through BookMe or do one of the many walks along the way. Allow a full day.
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Milford Sound
Less than 2 hours drive from The Beech House, Milford Sound is the 8th wonder of the world and a must do day trip.
Take a boat trip out and see dolphins, good booking rates through BookMe or do one of the many walks along the way. Allow a full day.
Lovely small lake only 20min drive, stop off and walk the start of the Kepler Track along the way.
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Manapouri
Lovely small lake only 20min drive, stop off and walk the start of the Kepler Track along the way.
Fantastic trip on the boat to the glow worm caves. Walk through the most amazing caves and go on another small boat for the most amazing experience.
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Te Anau Glowworm Caves
85 Lakefront DriveFantastic trip on the boat to the glow worm caves. Walk through the most amazing caves and go on another small boat for the most amazing experience.
Amazing walk to an incredible lake, 3-4 hour round trip but worth the visit - take your camera.
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Lake Marian
Amazing walk to an incredible lake, 3-4 hour round trip but worth the visit - take your camera.
Amazing bird park only 15min walk along the lake track from town. Take a peek at some of Fiordland’s special birds that are difficult to see in the wild. A great family friendly place to visit and its FREE!
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Isithengisi saseTe Anau Bird
RD 162 Manapouri-Te Anau HwyAmazing bird park only 15min walk along the lake track from town. Take a peek at some of Fiordland’s special birds that are difficult to see in the wild. A great family friendly place to visit and its FREE!
Food scene
Redcliff Cafe
12 Mokonui StFantastic food and service - a must visit!
Great coffee, food and service. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, highly recommend.
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Sandfly Cafe Te Anau
9 The LnGreat coffee, food and service. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, highly recommend.
Habit Foods
92 Milford CresAbsolute must - the best Bao buns you will ever eat!
Miles Better Pies
1 Lakefront DrAmazing New Zealand pies! Not to be missed.
Activity
Amazing scenery from this beautiful golf course !
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Te Anau Golf Club
Golf Course RoadAmazing scenery from this beautiful golf course !
Kayaking, boating, swimming in the lake. Beautiful spots around the lakes edge for picnics and a day in the sun.
Lake Te Anau
Kayaking, boating, swimming in the lake. Beautiful spots around the lakes edge for picnics and a day in the sun.
Awesome bike or walking trail between Lake Te Anau & Lake Manapouri.
During the summer months, long sunny days provide the perfect opportunity to explore on two wheels. Lake Te Anau and Lake Manapouri deliver beautiful, panoramic landscape views from a custom-built trail and all from the comfort of a bike.
The Lake2Lake cycle trail will take you on a 30km adventure alongside Lake Te Anau and the East side of the Waiau River, all the way through to the Manapouri cycle trail.
It is the perfect bike trail for all, with a grade 2 easy rating. But there is a shorter option, for those short on time. You can organise a shuttle bus or jet boat drop-off to the 20km mark.
The trail can be used in both directions and if you are feeling like a little extra cycling activity why not complete the 41km loop returning to town via the Te Anau-Mossburn Highway!
The Te Anau to Manapouri bike trail is open to walkers, runners, cyclists, and e-bikes. Be sure to take your time, this cycle showcases some of the best forest and lakeside views on the South Island
The Lake2Lake Cycle Trail
116 Town CentreAwesome bike or walking trail between Lake Te Anau & Lake Manapouri.
During the summer months, long sunny days provide the perfect opportunity to explore on two wheels. Lake Te Anau and Lake Manapouri deliver beautiful, panoramic landscape views from a custom-built trail and all from the comfort of a bike.
The Lake2Lake cycle trail will take you on a 30km adventure alongside Lake Te Anau and the East side of the Waiau River, all the way through to the Manapouri cycle trail.
It is the perfect bike trail for all, with a grade 2 easy rating. But there is a shorter option, for those short on time. You can organise a shuttle bus or jet boat drop-off to the 20km mark.
The trail can be used in both directions and if you are feeling like a little extra cycling activity why not complete the 41km loop returning to town via the Te Anau-Mossburn Highway!
The Te Anau to Manapouri bike trail is open to walkers, runners, cyclists, and e-bikes. Be sure to take your time, this cycle showcases some of the best forest and lakeside views on the South Island
Experience the remote beauty of the Doubtful Sound on a full-day tour from Manapouri. Boat across Lake Manapouri, drive over Wilmot Pass, then transfer to a catamaran for your cruise on the sound. Look for New Zealand wildlife like bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, and penguins, and learn from your guide about this pristine wilderness in a less-visited part of Fiordland National Park.
Start your tour with a short cruise across Lake Manapouri, followed by a drive over the Wilmot Pass, New Zealand’s most expensive road to build. Make stops along the way to experience the dense rain forest of Fiordland National Park and view Doubtful Sound from above.
Upon arrival at the water, board your spacious catamaran for the Doubtful Sound cruise. Your naturalist guide shares commentary about the landmarks and wildlife that you might see, including bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, and the rare Fiordland crested penguin. Depending on the conditions, you might even journey as far as the Tasman Sea.
Choose from several morning departures for your tour to Doubtful Sound, a gorgeous destination that rivals popular Milford Sound for natural beauty, yet remains less crowded. Non-slip shoes, warm fleece or sweater, waterproof jacket, sun protection, and insect repellent are recommended.
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Doubtful Sound / Patea
Experience the remote beauty of the Doubtful Sound on a full-day tour from Manapouri. Boat across Lake Manapouri, drive over Wilmot Pass, then transfer to a catamaran for your cruise on the sound. Look for New Zealand wildlife like bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, and penguins, and learn from your guide about this pristine wilderness in a less-visited part of Fiordland National Park.
Start your tour with a short cruise across Lake Manapouri, followed by a drive over the Wilmot Pass, New Zealand’s most expensive road to build. Make stops along the way to experience the dense rain forest of Fiordland National Park and view Doubtful Sound from above.
Upon arrival at the water, board your spacious catamaran for the Doubtful Sound cruise. Your naturalist guide shares commentary about the landmarks and wildlife that you might see, including bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, and the rare Fiordland crested penguin. Depending on the conditions, you might even journey as far as the Tasman Sea.
Choose from several morning departures for your tour to Doubtful Sound, a gorgeous destination that rivals popular Milford Sound for natural beauty, yet remains less crowded. Non-slip shoes, warm fleece or sweater, waterproof jacket, sun protection, and insect repellent are recommended.