Coming to the island is an adventure - don’t let a few missing necessities ruin your fun. Here are a few helpful things to consider when packing (spoiler alert: don’t forget your underwear!).

What’s the difference between a kākā and a kea? Only the kākā can be seen on Stewart Island

Where can you see a kiwi in the wild? Stewart Island of course!

Rakiura Stewart Island is a photographer’s paradise - wild and untamed landscapes, stunning sunrises and sunsets, astrophotography (and the odd aurora australis), birds and sea mammals. For the photographers out there - if you are coming to the island be prepared for full memory cards!

The journey is often part of the fun. Here are three fun itineraries that get you to Rakiura Stewart Island.