New Zealand · SOUTHLAND & STEWART ISLAND TOURS
15 southland & stewart island tours laid out with the price, the running time and the kind of traveller each one actually suits. Top of the list first.
Search for wild tokoeka on Stewart Island with a sunset wildlife cruise, expert guides, hot drinks, and a torchlit forest walk.
“Our guide was excellent! We saw three or four Kiwi! Groups could be smaller. High recommended!”
Cruise Paterson Inlet, walk Ulva Island with a nature guide, and spot rare birds, seals, penguins, native plants, and historic sites.
“Guide passionate about her job. Reacted superbly when we were chased on the beach by a sea lion pup. Highly recommend this tour”
Review of Stewart Island’s Village and Bays Tour, a 90-minute guided introduction to Oban, Lee Bay, local history, wildlife, and scenic viewpoints.
“Rhys had a wonderful running commentary and his professional friendliness enhanced the overall experience”
Walk a gentle section of New Zealand’s Milford Track to Giant Gate Falls, with a short water-taxi ride, rainforest scenery, and practical tips.
“Self guided. Our boat guide was awesome, kind, helpful with information, a great driver and treated people as individuals with great respect!”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound, then cruise beneath waterfalls and past seals on this efficient four-hour scenic adventure.
“True South was exceptional and Andrew was a fantastic pilot.”
Review of Stewart Island’s Village and Bays Tour, with Oban, Lee Bay, and scenic stops, plus practical advice on value and timing.
“Cold, wet day but we still had a great trip. the driver gave an excellent commentary with many interesting details we wouldn't otherwise have known.”
Cruise Paterson Inlet, spot seals and penguins, then walk Ulva Island’s predator-free bird sanctuary with a local guide.
“Loved Ulva Island such a pretty place to visit, our guide was great very informative and super friendly. A must do while on Stewart Island.”
Search for wild tokoeka kiwi on Stewart Island with a dusk cruise, forest walk, seabirds, guides, hot drinks, and practical tips.
“Great variety of marine life before going to the island for the kiwis. We saw kiwis a few feet away!!”
Review of a Milford Sound day trip from Queenstown with Milford Road stops, a two-hour cruise, and a scenic flight home.
“Our guide, Shelly, was incredibly knowledgeable about the Milford sound, and the fjord area. As her family is from the area and her grandfather built the road she shared stories of its history and took us for a bush walks. Highly recommend. Ask for Shelly!!”
Review of the Milford Sound day tour from Te Anau, with scenic stops, a nature cruise, wildlife, waterfalls, value, and practical tips.
“God entusiastisk guide. God båd tur med masser af smuk natur”
Review of Stewart Island’s Oneke wilderness walk, with sea cruise, Māori and European stories, wildlife, practical tips, and value advice.
“India and Harry were very knowledgeable with all aspects of our tour. I was quite impressed they spoke the language of the Māori and knew customs even though they were not of Māori heritage.”
Review of the Queenstown to Milford Sound small group tour, with scenic stops, a two-hour cruise, practical tips, price advice, and FAQs.
“Fantastic tour. Shelly was an amazing tour guide and driver and she really made for a terrific time. I highly recommend this excursion.”
Review of RealNZ’s Stewart Island wilderness walk to Oneke, with boat transport, Māori history, wildlife, pricing, fitness, and booking advice.
“Absolutely amazing tour observing stunning coastal scenery and lovely walk through native bush. A lot of birds and even up, close and personal encounters with sea lions! Knowledgeable and passionate young guides in tune with the peninsulRead more”
Review the self-guided Milford Track day walk from Lake Te Anau, with boat rides, Clinton Hut, swing bridges, practical tips, and value advice.
“Great trip. Lovely boat ride & easy walk along the river which was so peaceful. Walking across the swing bridge is fun & has great views. Getting to the hut & experiencing it briefly with the 4 day hikers was good.”
Review of the 9-hour Catlins tour from Invercargill to Dunedin, with Curio Bay, Purakaunui Falls, Nugget Point, and luggage transfer.
“This offering changed my trip planning in a great way and allowed me to be more aggressive and ambitious in what ground I could cover. Originally, I wanted to see the South Island and major cities like Christchurch, Dunedin, and QueensRead more”
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