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Stunning twilight colours give rise to the Maori name of this island, Rakiura, meaning land of the glowing skies, and this is as close to Antarctica as most people ever get. Whilst luxuriant bush offers walkers opportunities to see great varieties of native flora, the coastline is home to wild sea lions, penguins and seals, and this, together with its many inner islands, makes it a fascinating place to explore on foot.
You will remember your time on Stewart Island for many reasons, not least that youÂ’ll be made to feel like a local as soon as you arrive.
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Sample itinerary:
Sunday
On arrival at Stewart Island you will be transferred to your B&B lodge in the centre of Oban. The rest of this day is free to relax and explore the local short walks. In the evening you can enjoy some of the friendly eating-places in town and visit the Gumboot theatre for a half hour show which introduces you to life on the Island in the best possible way!
Monday
Meet the guide and take a boat transfer to Ulva Island where the walks in the pristine bush reminds you what it is like to walk in an area cleared of predators. The bird song is deafening. ThereÂ’s plenty of sea-life to view on the way too and kiwis are breeding on the Island but are only visible after dark.
Tuesday
Your guide will meet you after breakfast to walk with you through native forests of tall kamahi and rimu along the shore from North Arm to Half Moon Bay. This includes the northern shoreline of the Island and there are many historical features along the way.
Wednesday
Rest day and time to explore superb local crafts, the museum & visitor centre or some of the cafes in Half Moon bay and enjoy day walks around the shores.
Thursday
Pick up and boat transfer to Pryse Peak/MillarÂ’s Beach, 30 minutes by water taxi along the Patterson Inlet. Your guide will walk with you through native bush to a summit at 352m, then water taxi to Prices Inlet to look at an old Norwegian whaling station and then itÂ’s back to your accommodation.
Friday
A trip out to Port William and a walk back to Halfmoon Bay. Great varieties of native fern on the forest floor and the bird life and sea birds are stunning.
Saturday
Check out of your accommodation, say your farewells and collect your transfers to airport/ ferry terminal for the return home.
Explorer Holiday starts Sundays for 6 nights and 4 days guided walking & 1 free day. Taster Holiday starts Sundays/ Wednesdays for 3 nights and 2 days guided walking.
| Stewart Island, NZ |
Explorer - 6 nights |
Taster - 3 nights |
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$1,874 |
$1,100 |
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All the prices above are in New Zealand dollars. Click here for more information.
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