Stewart Island accommodation from AU$105

The main settlement of Oban is home to a great selection of things to do and see. There is an interesting museum, a visitors’ centre to help you make the most of your time on the island, and an informative conservation centre. There are a range of places where you can pick up some good souvenirs from your stay. Ulva Island Bird Sanctuary is also within easy reach, and is a must for anyone who enjoys seeing birds and other wildlife in a completely natural setting.

The island is a hiker’s paradise, and you may see the native liwi if you look hard. Other native creatures include albatross, parakeets, penguins, gulls, and petrels. Other popular activities include fishing, sunbathing, swimming, boating, hunting, kayaking, and diving. The wild and rugged landscapes are picture perfect. There are beaches of all colours – white, black, golden, and red – ideal for relaxing and simply soaking up the exquisite views. Port William offers history, heritage, and culture, with old Maori villages, an old police station and whaling and sealing stations.

If all of this sounds just too good to be true, have a look at our excellent accommodation in Stewart Island, take a peek at our flights to the South Island, and start daydreaming about your forthcoming adventures.