Things to do in Stewart Island / Rakiura

New Zealand·5 bookable experiences

Stewart Island / Rakiura sits in South Island, New Zealand, and there are 5 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.

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Ulva Island Explorer from Stewart Island

4.7 (91)2h 30m

Take a leisurely cruise around Paterson Inlet and a 45-minute walking tour in the bird sanctuary of Ulva Island. Your 2.5-hour itinerary departs from Stewart Island and includes a visit to the historic whaler’s base at…

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Stewart Island: Rakiura Village and Bays Tour

4.8 (107)1h

Explore Oban Village and its surrounding bays on a modern minibus with a knowledgeable guide. A 60 minute tour with our friendly guides who will provide an insight into Stewart Island’s community, history and…

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Ferry Services Between Bluff and Stewart Island

4.3 (12)1h

Zip across Foveaux Strait between Bluff and Stewart Island and back on our comfortable catamarans. Visit Stewart Island, just one hour’s ferry ride from Bluff and New Zealand’s ultimate eco-tourism destination. During…

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Stewart Island: Rakiura Wild Kiwi Experiences

4.7 (82)5h 20m

Choose from two unique experiences: Wild Kiwi Encounter: Embark on an unforgettable journey into the wild landscapes of Rakiura Stewart Island as day turns to night in search of the elusive Southern brown kiwi…

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Stewart Island: Oneke by day, Walk the Story

4.8 (11)3h 15m

Embark on a guided small-group walk to Oneke, 'The Neck,' on Rakiura Stewart Island. Check in at the ferry terminal in Oban, just a 5 minute walk from the main road. Start with a brief sea cruise to this secluded gem,…

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