Stewart island

The best things to do on Stewart Island - the last stop before Antarctica and a glimpse of what mainland New Zealand used to be like. This guide will tell you the best places to see wildlife, the stunning beaches and hiking trails for a great trip to Stewart Island.

Words: Cheree Morrison Additional research: Mikaela Wilkes Stewart Island is a flawless microcosm where the fish is fresh, seeing a kiwi is likely and the genuine welcome also makes it special. What follows is a special extract from the 2018 Insider's Guide to New Zealand. The small, isolated community of Stewart Island is fueled by the energy of its people. In Oban, its only town, birthdays are announced on a chalkboard outside the Four Square store where there is also a raffle fundraising…

Stewart Island, New Zealand, is located just south of the South Island. It's full of hiking trails, gorgeous bays, and kiwis.

New Zealand. Paterson Inlet, Stewart Island. Stewart Island/Rakiura is the third-largest island of New Zealand. It lies 30 km south of the South Island, across Foveaux Strait. Its permanent population is slightly fewer than 400 people, most of whom live in the settlement of Oban. IVC065

A highlight of visiting Stewart Island, Kiwi birds are often spotted in the daytime, plus there are plenty of things to do on Stewart Island.

Wondering what the top things to do on Stewart Island are? Discover one of New Zealand most remote areas full of beautiful beaches, hikes and wildlife.

Place to watch the night sky Stewart Island, New Zealand. The Maori people of New Zealand have a different name for the island. Stewart Island is called Rakiura by the Maoris which mean ‘Glowing Skies’. The isolated setting of the island lays the basic foundation for observing the sky.  2/6 Tasmania. The Aurora Australis or the southern lights is the identical twin of its northern counterpart the Aurora Borealis. Despite being equals there exists a remarkable difference between the…

Off the southernmost tip of New Zealand lies a bushwalkers paradise. Make Stewart Island the destination for your next multi-day backpacking adventure.

Looking for things to do on Stewart Island? New Zealand's third main island is packed with adventures for hikers, bird watchers and intrepid explorers. Spot a kiwi, catch a glimpse of the aurora australis, hike a Great Walk and wander along golden beaches. There are plenty of things to do no matter your budget or travel style! #newzealand #newzealandtravel #nztravel #aotearoa #stewartisland #adventure #travelling #domestictravel