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Southern Discoveries launches new kayak operation in Milford
Monday, 14 November 2011, 2:18 pm | Southern Discoveries
A stunning new kayaking trip in one of the most majestic places in the world has been launched by premier New Zealand tourism company Southern Discoveries. The company is operating a scenic kayaking trip in sheltered Harrison Cove, within Piopiotahi-Milford ... More >>
Sinbad Gully Kiwi “thriving” in Milford Sound sanctuary
Tuesday, 1 November 2011, 2:41 pm | Southern Discoveries
A pair of breeding Kiwi introduced eight months ago to a remote valley overlooking Milford Sound are plump, happy and thriving, thanks to a joint project to establish a sanctuary for native species alongside New Zealand’s most photographed mountain. More >>
Milford Deep Underwater Observatory re-opens for holidays
Saturday, 8 October 2011, 3:23 pm | Southern Discoveries
Media Release from Southern Discoveries 7 October 2011 Milford Discovery Centre and Milford Deep Underwater Observatory re-open in time for school holidays A hugely popular Milford Sound attraction will be welcoming back children and families in ... More >>
Southern Discoveries named Operator of the Year 2011
Thursday, 18 August 2011, 5:18 pm | Southern Discoveries
Premier tourism company Southern Discoveries Ltd, based in Te Anau and Queenstown, has been named Operator of the Year 2011 by the Inbound Tour Operators Council (ITOC). The win was announced at the annual ITOC awards night held in Tauranga last night ... More >>
Rare Penguin comes ashore in Milford Sound
Wednesday, 3 August 2011, 4:25 pm | Southern Discoveries
Rare Fiordland Crested Penguins or ‘Tawaki’ have arrived in Milford Sound for the nesting season, delighting visitors and nature guides aboard Encounter Cruises operated by Southern Discoveries. More >>
Milford Discovery Centre closed
Tuesday, 12 July 2011, 2:12 pm | Southern Discoveries
Tourism operator Southern Discoveries has announced that the Milford Discovery Centre and Milford Deep Underwater Observatory are unavailable until further notice. A severe storm on Friday night (July 8 2011) battered the landing pontoon for the centre and ... More >>
Southern Discoveries Launches Princess Cruise in Queenstown
Tuesday, 24 May 2011, 3:23 pm | Southern Discoveries
One of Milford Sound’s oldest and most well-established tourism operators has expanded its business further into the resort town of Queenstown, launching scenic sightseeing cruises on stunning Lake Wakatipu. More >>
Southern Discoveries to open kayak operation
Wednesday, 18 May 2011, 12:12 pm | Southern Discoveries
Premier New Zealand tourism company Southern Discoveries Ltd has been granted consent by Environment Southland to conduct a kayak operation in Harrison Cove, within Piopiotahi-Milford Sound. More >>
Southern Discoveries continues business expansion
Monday, 16 May 2011, 11:15 am | Southern Discoveries
Premier New Zealand tourism company Southern Discoveries Ltd is continuing to expand with the acquisition of Go Milford, a Te Anau-based coach and tour operation. More >>
Milford Sound works its ‘magic’ on Minister
Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 4:57 pm | Southern Discoveries
The natural untouched beauty of Milford Sound worked its magic on Minister of Conservation Kate Wilkinson when she officially launched the Southern Discoveries Milford Discovery Centre and Milford Deep Underwater Observatory today More >>
Final Panels ‘Drop In’ To Milford Discovery Centre
Monday, 19 April 2010, 4:42 pm | Southern Discoveries
The spectacular Milford Discovery Centre had its final panelling choppered into Milford Sound last week, signalling the final stages of a $300,000 refurbishment and structural redevelopment. More >>
Southern Discoveries Shape Fiordland Sanctuary
Thursday, 27 August 2009, 2:04 pm | Southern Discoveries
Southern Discoveries has announced a sponsorship project that will see the valley of New Zealand’s most photographed mountain become a sanctuary for native species. More >>
Southern Discoveries moves to strengthen markets
Thursday, 6 August 2009, 1:59 pm | Southern Discoveries
Southern Discoveries is strengthening its position in the marketplace through a strategic partnership with a leading tourism industry expert. More >>