New Zealand's southern most region is a tranquil and unspoilt
part of the country offering excellent trout fishing, hiking and
unforgettable wildlife encounters ina lush landscape of rolling
hills and forest.
New Zealand's southern most region is a tranquil and unspoilt
part of the country offering excellent trout fishing, hiking and
unforgettable wildlife encounters in a lush landscape of rolling
hills and forest.
Things to Do and See in Southland & Stewart Island
NZ
Visit the Southland Museum and Art Gallery to see New Zealand's
largest breeding colony of Tuatara, a unique reptile that can live
for over 100 years. Catch a ferry to Stewart Island
NZ where you can hike in Rakiura National Park, explore the
quaint harbour settlement of Oban and spot wild kiwi. View
penguins, sea lions, seals and dolphins all at Nugget Point.
The unspoilt landscape of Southland region lends itself to
enjoying outdoor adventure so join a local guide and go fishing for
trout on the Matura River. Hike the Hump Ridge Track at
Tuatapere, a 3-day walk through rainforest. Check out the
Hokonui Moonshine Museum in Gore and revisit Southland's colourful
'moonshine' days.
Getting There & Around Southland & Stewart Island
NZ
Invercargill Airport offers regular flights from
Christchurch. Daily flights operate from Invercargill to
Stewart Island. Invercargill is an 8.5-hour drive from
Christchurch. It is 3 hours, 10 minutes south of Dunedin on
State Highway 1. Several coach companies offer regular
services to the region.
