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A comfortable, small-group shuttle that turns a two-hour transfer between Invercargill and Te Anau into a scenic introduction to Southland. Expect local commentary, light stops, luggage space, and a calm ride in a modern vehicle.
A comfortable, small-group shuttle that turns a two-hour transfer between Invercargill and Te Anau into a scenic introduction to Southland. Expect local commentary, light stops, luggage space, and a calm ride in a modern vehicle.
You slide out of Invercargill and the road unfurls: fenced paddocks give way to ribboning rivers and native bush that leans toward the highway as if to watch you pass. The Mercedes-Benz shuttle keeps a calm pace, windows framing low mountains and broad skies until the first views of Lake Te Anau appear like a pale promise on the horizon.
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Operated by Cheeky Kiwi Travel · Te Anau, Southland
You slide out of Invercargill and the road unfurls: fenced paddocks give way to ribboning rivers and native bush that leans toward the highway as if to watch you pass. The Mercedes-Benz shuttle keeps a calm pace, windows framing low mountains and broad skies until the first views of Lake Te Anau appear like a pale promise on the horizon.
This corridor of Southland sits on land shaped by repeated glaciation — valleys and lakes carved by ice during the last Ice Age — and long occupied by Māori who fished the lakes and hunted birds. European settlement introduced sheep and dairy farms, which now punctuate stretches between stands of beech forest. Te Anau functions as the eastern gateway to Fiordland National Park, a rugged, protected wilderness of steep fiords and rainfall-fed rivers.
On this two-hour transfer, expect relaxed commentary from local guides, small-group camaraderie (max 15), and practical stops when scheduled. The service includes hotel pick-up in Invercargill, one large and one small piece of luggage per person, water and snacks, and drop-off at your Te Anau accommodation.
Practical pointers: travel daylight when possible to catch views, bring layered clothing for rapid weather shifts, and have your Te Anau address ready for door-to-door drop-off. Restroom breaks are limited to a couple of planned stops; if you’re prone to motion sickness, plan ahead. For travelers bound for Milford Sound, this transfer is a smooth, scenic start — a short, low-effort stretch that moves you from agricultural lowlands into the edge of Fiordland’s wild country.
Pickup is offered from select Invercargill hotels and addresses—select your pickup point when booking and confirm with the operator if unsure.
The transfer allows one large and one small bag per passenger; contact the operator in advance if you need to carry extra or oversized items.
Drivers make limited scheduled stops for restrooms and short photo opportunities; longer detours are unlikely on this direct transfer.
Specialized infant and child seats are available to hire (typically charged around $20 NZD per seat) and children aged 7 and below must travel in a child safety seat.
Cheeky Kiwi Travel operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You slide out of Invercargill and the road unfurls: fenced paddocks give way to ribboning rivers and native bush that leans toward the highway as if to watch you pass. The Mercedes-Benz shuttle keeps a calm pace, windows framing low mountains and broad skies until the first views of Lake Te Anau appear like a pale promise on the horizon.
You slide out of Invercargill and the road unfurls: fenced paddocks give way to ribboning rivers and native bush that leans toward the highway as if to watch you pass. The Mercedes-Benz shuttle keeps a calm pace, windows framing low mountains and broad skies until the first views of Lake Te Anau appear like a pale promise on the horizon.
This corridor of Southland sits on land shaped by repeated glaciation — valleys and lakes carved by ice during the last Ice Age — and long occupied by Māori who fished the lakes and hunted birds. European settlement introduced sheep and dairy farms, which now punctuate stretches between stands of beech forest. Te Anau functions as the eastern gateway to Fiordland National Park, a rugged, protected wilderness of steep fiords and rainfall-fed rivers.
On this two-hour transfer, expect relaxed commentary from local guides, small-group camaraderie (max 15), and practical stops when scheduled. The service includes hotel pick-up in Invercargill, one large and one small piece of luggage per person, water and snacks, and drop-off at your Te Anau accommodation.
Practical pointers: travel daylight when possible to catch views, bring layered clothing for rapid weather shifts, and have your Te Anau address ready for door-to-door drop-off. Restroom breaks are limited to a couple of planned stops; if you’re prone to motion sickness, plan ahead. For travelers bound for Milford Sound, this transfer is a smooth, scenic start — a short, low-effort stretch that moves you from agricultural lowlands into the edge of Fiordland’s wild country.