Stewart Island, New Zealand
Stewart Island Experience - operates the 1 hour ferry service across Foveaux Strait to the island from Bluff to Oban. Stewart Island Experience also offers a range of tours, cruises and activities to explore the stunning island. Stewart Island is New Zealand's most southernmost community steeped in culture and history. Most of the island is part of the Rakiura National Park, with the population largely confined to the small township of Oban.
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Rakiura - Stewart Island, New Zealand
Just twenty minutes by plane from Invercargill, or an hour by ferry from Bluff, Stewart Island / Rakiura is a place where you can experience lush rainforest, clear, clean water and abundant marine and bird life.
In 2002 the very qualities that make this a great place to treasure, were recognized in the formation of the Rakiura National Park, comprising 85% of the island's 1,570 sq. kilometers. The description of the island by naturalist Leonard Cockayne in 1909 as an actual piece of the primeval world is still relevant today.
Oban is the only settlement on the island and has a population of around 400 people. Despite having few shops in the township, nearly all items visitors require van be purchased from the town's general store. There are no bank or ATM facilities here.
Whether you come to enjoy the land and seascapes, view the wildlife, walk, boat, fish, dive, kayak, hunt or just relax, Stewart Island / Rakiura will be an experience that will draw you back here again and again.
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Stewart Island Cruises New Zealand
Venture to the bays and villages of Stewart Island on this cruise to explore Oban township and its surrounding bays aboard comfortable mini-buses.
Stewart Island is one of New Zealand's ultimate ecotourism locations - book a cruise and witness its densely forested hills & untouched coastline firsthand!
The perfect destination for a day excursion or longer stay, Stewart Island is easily reachable with these Ferry transfers that take approximately one hour.
Book a range of things to see and do on Stewart Island by visiting
The Stewart Island experience
The best of my trip to stewart island in 8 minutes.
- Rakiura Track
Stewart island Halfmoon bay
The start of my trip to stewart island and ulva island on sunday 19 feb 2012
Road trip to STEWART ISLAND
Visit to NZ's Third Island ( STEWART ISLAND)
stewart island halfmoon bay shore line
my tirp to stewart island 19 feb 2012
5 Days South Island, New Zealand Tours - Excellent Kiwi adventures
Like the Kiwi bird, people in New Zealand tend to stick to their own territories... that's a crying shame because there's so many stunning places here in New Zealand. Let 5 Days help you discover, or rediscover the quirkiness and excitement that this awesome country has to offer.
5 Days tours offers a range of New Zealand sightseeing experiences for active travellers from here at home and around the world. By hand picking the best locations, great accommodation, excellent food, wine and activities, 5 Days delivers tours with a passion for all things New Zealand.
Wilderness Lodges New Zealand
Wilderness Lodges New Zealand guided environmental experiences in New Zealand
Traveling New Zealand | 2019
Went to the most beautiful place on earth for 3,5 months.
After 108 days, 2 bungee jumps, 1 building jump, 1 swing, 1 zipline, 2 Luges, 2 set visits, 1 pair of shoes, 1 wonder of the world, about 28 mountains, 21 beaches, many hikes, 1 skydive, about 50.000 km of traveling, 20 different busdrivers, 1 stolen backpack, and many friends I can say this trip has been amazing.
Itinerary:
Auckland - Whangarei - Paihia - Cape Reinga - Paihia - Auckland - Hot Water Beach - Waitomo - Matamata - Rotorua - Taupo - Tongariro National Park - River Valley Lodge - Wellington
Interislander ferry.
Picton - Nelson - Kaiteriteri - Greymouth - Lake Manihapua - Franz Josef - Fox Glacier - Wanaka - Queenstown - Dunedin - Oamaru - Queenstown - Alexandra - Dunedin - the Catlins - Bluff - Invercargill - Millford Sound - Queenstown - Twizel - Mt. Cook village - Lake Tekapo - Christchurch - Kaikoura - Picton.
Interislander ferry.
Wellington - Taupo - Rotorua - Auckland - Tauranga - Napier - New Plymouth - Hamilton - Auckland.
Auckland - Picton - Blennheim - Auckland.
Special thanks to: Phill Kooperberg, Robyn Kooperberg, & Hans Biemond.
Without you I would've been able to do everything the way I did it.
And many, many thanks to everyone I met along the way, like:
Suzi & Stewart: my unplanned travelpartners.
Jay & Josh: showing that it's impossible to not run into each other while traveling.
Jill & Jeremy: the best days of my trip were with you guys.
Sarah, Mark, Emily, Stephanie, & Jodie: giving me the courage to climb under a table, twice.
Ilona: for visiting the most beautiful place in the world with me. I mean Invercargill ofcourse.
Joris, Amber, & Joell: Jacob Reünie.
Ross: proving once again Canadians are very funny.
James: enlighting me that a bush is in fact warmer than a bench.
And many, many, many others!
New Zealand - Flying Into The Tahr
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Stewarts Bay Lodge
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Stewarts Bay Lodge is uniquely positioned on the waterfront neighbouring one of Tasmania's most picturesque white sand beaches, a world heritage listed national park and the iconic Port Arthur Historic site.
With 40 self contained cabins set on 22 acres of natural bushland Stewarts Bay Lodge is perfect for that romantic getaway, family vacation or stopover whilst visiting the Historic site next door. Choose to stay in one of our 21 Luxury Spa Chalets or enjoy a fun filled affordable break with your family in your choice of either a one, two or three bedroom self contained log cabin, sleeping up to seven people. With water views rated amongst the best Tasmania has to offer you can be sure no matter the occasion Stewarts Bay Lodge has the perfect accommodation to suit your needs.
Stroll along the water's edge to the renowned Port Arthur Historic Site, go hiking on some of Australia's best walking trails or maybe take in an Adventure cruise experiencing a myriad of sea life including whales, sea lions, dolphins and the numerous sea birds that inhabit our region. You can catch a seaplane from the Lodge's own Jetty and be amazed by our dramatic coastline or meet up with a few Devils at the nearby conservation park. These are just a few of the sightseeing activities we can help organise for you. With breathtaking views and location close by to some of this islands most incredible sites Stewarts Bay Lodge is a haven for those seeking the ultimate Tasmanian experience. There is something for everyone, young or old, adventurous or relaxed, wild or mild, every season brings its own unique experiences.
Our onsite restaurant, Gabriel's on the Bay, is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee with friends, a few drinks at the bar, fireside cocktails, breakfast, lunch, dinner or perhaps just some take away fish and chips to enjoy at the beach. Conferences, functions and weddings are fully catered for in 2 separate function rooms, both enjoy breathtaking water views. Picture your wedding day, arriving by seaplane or perhaps a yacht at our private jetty, sharing your vows overlooking stunning Stewarts Bay then celebrate the night away with seating for up to 120 guests.
At Stewarts Bay Lodge we offer you choice, affordability and location in the rich natural diversity of Port Arthur, the ideal base to explore this beautiful region known as the Tasman Peninsula.
Blanket Bay
Promotional video for Blanket Bay, Glenorchy
Uretiti Camp and on the road back to Auckland
Aqeel looking for titi's on the beach :-)
Scenic Flight by Helicopter over The Bay of Islands NZ
Sit back and enjoy this magnificent scenic helicopter flight over The Bay of Islands New Zealand with Heliops.................................................................................
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Ocean Diving System - Sipadan 19.12.13 - 23.12.13
Video of our trip to Semporna/Sipadan
Blanket Bay Lodge
Nestled amidst rugged snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps on the shores of Lake Wakatipu is New Zealand’s finest Lodge – Blanket Bay. Here we celebrate the art of pure relaxation.
In this spectacular corner of New Zealand discover endless ways to restore your physical and spiritual well-being. There is nowhere else on Earth where there are so many activities so close by – fly-fishing and heli-skiing, the country’s best hiking on the Routeburn or Milford Tracks, jet boating and kayaking, 4WD tours, horse riding, art trails and vineyards, plus flight-seeing over the World Heritage Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound. And let's not forget the numerous international standard golf courses around Queenstown.
We invite you to stay and find out why Blanket Bay is consistently voted one of the world’s best Lodges by prestigious media and organizations worldwide.
Accommodation at Blanket Bay is provided in five intimate Lodge Rooms, three generous Lodge Suites in the Main Lodge, and four superb Chalet Suites all filled with sumptuous furnishings and elegant rugs. Natural materials are showcased throughout, echoing the Lodge's integration and interaction with the environment. All rooms within the Lodge are placed to take full advantage of the magnificent lake and mountain vistas. Enjoy ultimate privacy and space in our Owners Residence.
Our five intimate lakeside Lodge Rooms feature their own balcony or terrace; king-size bed; armoire; and ensuite bathroom with granite-topped double vanities, separate shower and bath.
The three magnificent 700 sq. ft. Lodge Suites offer bedroom and sitting areas which have their own stone fireplace, spacious bathroom with steam shower and separate tub. Outside, each suite has a 400 sq. ft. private terrace, with heart-stopping views of the lake and mountains.
Our Chalet Suites reflect New Zealand colonial architecture and complement the Main Lodge through the use of schist stone and timber beams. Each Chalet comprises two 700 sq. ft. suites with open stone fireplaces and a central living room.
Queensland, Lizard Island
One of the best tropical Island getaways. Fly 280km NE of Cairns, then hike a couple of k's to a secluded little camping area
Whistling Frog Cafe, Bar & Resort in the Catlins, New Zealand.
Aerial footage taken with our drone of the Whistling Frog Café and Resort in the heart of the Catlins, New Zealand. Summer 2015.
Check out the Rough landing...!
Stay at the Catlins Kiwi Holiday Park.