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Featuring the very best of local and seasonal cuisine, a new high-end lunch cruise is being launched by Fiordland Discovery, on New Zealand’s renowned fiord Piopiotahi Milford Sound this summer.
Hosted on the boutique 24 metre catamaran Fiordland Jewel, it will be the only truly small group luxury lunch and cruise offering in Piopiotahi Milford Sound, when it launches o November 9, 2024.
Up to 22 guests can enjoy the lunch cruise in this famous UNESCO World Heritage area, which will be complemented by rich commentary from the skipper, who is at the helm within the main saloon with guests. A further 12 guests can dine on the outside picnic tables on the aft deck.
The delicious two-course lunch will be carefully crafted by their onboard chef featuring seasonal and locally sourced produce, such as Fiordland Blue Cod, Wapiti Venison or Southland Lamb and desserts made with seasonal Central Otago fruits – all dietary requirements are catered to. Matching premium wines feature on their wine list from highly regarded Central Otago vineyards such as Valli, Mount Edward and Amisfield.
Tourism consumer research published by Tourism New Zealand indicates that local cuisine is the number one activity for 85 per cent of potential visitors from New Zealand key international markets.
“Piopiotahi Milford Sound is such a breathtaking fiord, rich in wildlife and iconic scenery. By creating this new lunch cruise our aim is to provide guests with a relaxing, luxurious way to enjoy Milford Sound while also enjoying the best cuisine associated with the area,” says CEO and owner of Fiordland Jewel Rob Swale.
The Fiordland Jewel is a New Zealand custom-built catamaran designed to provide guests with 360 degree viewing opportunities of both the wildlife and landscapes in Piopiotahi Milford Sound and the equally breathtaking southern fiords of Fiordland National Park.
“We are passionate about showcasing the beauty of Piopiotahi Milford Sound. To enable access for our guests we collaborate with trusted luxury transport providers to transfer guests from Queenstown and Te Anau by road, helicopter or fixed wing aircraft, creating a seamless experience for our guests”, says Rob.
