While many destinations around the world are banning or restricting cruise ships the New Zealand government announced they will be permitted to continue sailing Milford Sound.
The decision came after calls to block cruise ships.
Government officials say they have struck a balance by allowing cruise tourism in Milford Sound Piopiotahi while funding $NZ15.2 million for infrastructure improvements and conservation.
“We are supporting the local economy and providing certainty for operators by enabling cruise ships and aircraft to continue to access the fjord,” said New Zealand Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston.
Cruises are already restricted in the Sound and no more than two ships can visit per day.
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) welcomed the decision.
“Milford Sound Piopiotahi is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural assets and the international cruise industry is strongly committed to protecting it,” the CLIA said.
“The cruise industry will continue to work closely with New Zealand authorities to ensure the appropriate management of cruise tourism.”
All visiting cruise ships must sign a deed of agreement with Environment Southland for managed access to the Southland coast.
Government officials say they have struck a balance by allowing cruise tourism in Milford Sound Piopiotahi while funding $NZ15.2 million for infrastructure improvements and conservation.
“We are supporting the local economy and providing certainty for operators by enabling cruise ships and aircraft to continue to access the fjord,” said New Zealand Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston.
Cruises are already restricted in the Sound and no more than two ships can visit per day.
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) welcomed the decision.
“Milford Sound Piopiotahi is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural assets and the international cruise industry is strongly committed to protecting it,” the CLIA said.
“The cruise industry will continue to work closely with New Zealand authorities to ensure the appropriate management of cruise tourism.”
All visiting cruise ships must sign a deed of agreement with Environment Southland for managed access to the Southland coast.
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