Stewart Island in New Zealand is an ideal place
for its green landscapes full of rare bird species.
Auroras are exciting backdrops to this pristine
island. Visit the smallest of the three main
islands that can be used for walking, hiking
trails, boat cruises and bird watching.
Tourist attractions on the Stewart Island
In addition to its shops, cafes, restaurants
and inns, Stewart Island also invite nature
lovers and sportsmen to come and explore its
secrets.
Rakiura National Park
A recent addition to the long list of national
parks in New Zealand, Rakiura National Park
is an attempt to protect its trees of Jurassic
period and making the island’s flora and
fauna pest free in its smaller islands. Covering
nearly 85% of the Stewart Island’s total
area, it is also the only place where you can
take a kiwi in its natural habitat. Yellow-eyed
penguin, Kakapo, dotterel, bats, WEKA, saddleback
and wetas are other species you should be careful.
Bush walks to launch cruise the Southland coast,
snorkeling and diving are just some of the activities
you can enjoy during your visit to Stewart Island,
with visits in New Zealand packages.
Aurora Australis
This atmospheric phenomenon which gave Stewart
Island of Moari the name Rakiura (land of heaven
light) draws many tourists who enjoy hiking
and walking.
Ulva Island
This small island is a sanctuary of birds that
are accessible by water taxis. It is a haven
for birdwatchers because this bird sanctuary
is also a predator free zone.
Halfmoon Bay
The only settlement in the region in the Stewart
Island which is covered with 85% of forests
and wildlife welcomes visitors with its well-trails
for hiking and walking.
Activities attractions of the Stewart
Island
Besides bird watching and visits to the national
park, Stewart Island is popular with tourists
for its range of sports - trout fishing, boat
trips, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, snorkeling,
diving, walking , Hiking and hunting.
HOW TO REACH
Invercargill National airport of Stewart Island
connects with other major cities in New Zealand
and the world. Bluff Ferries connects the island
with South Stewart Island on a daily basis.
