Scenic view of a tall, pyramid-shaped mountain and surrounding forested cliffs reflected clearly in still blue water under a partly cloudy sky.

Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

Scenic Cruises to Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

Things to do in Fiordland National Park

Carved by ancient glaciers and wrapped in misty rainforest, Fiordland National Park is one of New Zealand’s most dramatic natural treasures. Steep cliffs pierce the skyline, waterfalls spill down sheer rock faces and deep fjords wind into the heart of the Southern Alps like silver ribbons. Milford Sound stands at the center of it all, framed by mile-high Mitre Peak and cloaked in emerald forest. Unlock days filled with adventure and scenery at every turn.

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Cruises to Fiordland National Park unlock a front-row seat to New Zealand’s untamed beauty, with scenic cruising days through Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound and Dusky Sound regularly featured across Princess itineraries. Many cruise itineraries pair Fiordland’s dramatic landscapes with beloved stops like Dunedin, Wellington, Auckland or Tasmania for a broader journey through the region’s culture and coastal charm. To explore more New Zealand destinations and plan your adventure, visit the New Zealand cruise hub.

Discover Fiordland National Park on your next cruise

A Fiordland National Park cruise is a chance to witness nature on a grand scale, snow-dusted peaks, mirror-still waters and waterfalls taller than skyscrapers. Sunlight dances on mist, dolphins sometimes play in the ship’s wake and the stillness of the fiords feels like stepping into a postcard. Scenic cruising means the landscapes come to you, so you enjoy panoramic views right from the deck of your Princess ship.

Scenic Cruising to Fiordland National Park
Tall waterfall cascading down a steep, forested cliff in Fiordland National Park, with rugged mountains, patches of snow and low drifting mist in the background.

Watch misty waterfalls tumble down sheer cliffs as Fiordland’s towering peaks rise dramatically all around you.

Mitre Peak in Fiordland National Park reflected perfectly in calm, glassy water, showing snow-dusted ridges, green forested slopes and a clear blue sky.

See the world double as Fiordland’s peaks mirror pure perfection.

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A smiling family walking through the beautiful Piazza of a Princess® cruise ship.

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