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Stewart Island in New Zealand is a spectacular place to be for its lush green landscapes jam-packed with rare bird species. The auroras are exciting backdrops to this untouched island. Visit the smallest of the three major islands that make New Zealand for its day walks, hiking trails, boat cruises and bird watching spots.
Tourist Attractions in Stewart Island
Besides its shops, cafes, restaurants, and lodges, Stewart Island also beckons nature lovers and sports enthusiasts 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 Jurassic period trees and pest free island flora and fauna in its smaller offshore islands. Covering nearly 85% of Stewart Island's total surface, it is also the only place where you can catch a kiwi in its natural habitat. Yellow-eyed penguin, kakapo, dotterel, bats, weka, saddleback and wetas are other species you ought to watch out for.
Bush walks, launch cruises to the Southland coastline, snorkeling and diving are just some of the activities you can indulge in on your tour to Stewart Island, with Tours to New Zealand packages.
Aurora Australis
This atmospheric phenomenon that has given Stewart Island is Moari name Rakiura (the land of the glowing skies) is a draw for many tourists who like to hike and walk.
Ulva Island
This tiny offshore island is a bird sanctuary that is accessible by water taxis. It is a haven for bird watchers as this bird sanctuary is also a predator free zone.
Halfmoon Bay
The only settlement region in the Stewart Island that is covered with 85% of forests and wildlife welcomes the visitors with its well-maintained tracks for hiking and walking.
Activities in Tourist Attractions in Stewart Island
Besides bird watching and tours of the national park, Stewart Island is a hit with tourists for its array of sports - trout fishing, boat cruises, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, walking, trekking, and hunting.
How to Reach
Invercargill Domestic Airport connects Stewart Island with the other major cities in New Zealand and in the world. Ferries from Bluff connect South Island with Stewart Island on a daily basis.
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