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First Arm

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First Arm is an inner branch of Dusky Sound in Fiordland, New Zealand. It was charted during Captain James Cook's 1773 voyage, when his expedition surveyed parts of the sound and surrounding coastline. The arm lies within a remote landscape of forested mountains, sheltered salt water, and glacially shaped valleys, with access primarily by boat rather than by road.

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Where is First Arm?

First Arm is an inner branch of Dusky Sound in Fiordland, New Zealand. It lies in a remote landscape of forested mountains and sheltered salt water.

When was First Arm charted?

First Arm was charted during Captain James Cook's 1773 voyage. Cook's expedition surveyed parts of Dusky Sound and the surrounding coastline.

Is First Arm part of Dusky Sound or Doubtful Sound?

First Arm is part of Dusky Sound, not Doubtful Sound. It is one of the inner branches of that Fiordland waterway.

What is the landscape around First Arm like?

The arm is surrounded by forested mountains and sheltered coastal water. Its remote setting reflects the wild character of New Zealand's Fiordland region.

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