The South Island of New Zealand is renowned for its mountains, lakes, and glaciers. The Southern Alps, home to 3,724m‑high Aoraki Mt. Cook, run along the entire length of the island. In the southwest is Fiordland National Park, with steep‑sided Milford Sound. In the north is Abel Tasman National Park, known for its trails and ocean kayaking. Queenstown is famed for adventure sports like bungee jumping and skiing.