Stewart Island: Guided Wilderness Walk

Highlights

  • Enjoy a return sea cruise on a comfortable catamaran

  • Gain exclusive access to the remote and secluded Oneke, ‘The Neck’

  • Experience a guided walk through coastal, beach, and forest trails with storytelling and wildlife spotting

  • Discover the area's unique Māori and European history while observing native wildlife

Summary

Uncover the fascinating stories of Oneke, on Rakiura Stewart Island. Enjoy a scenic sea cruise, learn about local history and explore diverse landscapes on a guided small-group wilderness walk

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 12 minutes
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Embark on a guided small-group walk to Oneke, 'The Neck,' on Rakiura Stewart Island. Start with a brief sea cruise to this secluded gem, where stunning coastal landscapes and diverse wildlife await. Your expert guide will lead you through lush forests and rugged beaches, sharing captivating stories of Oneke's Māori and European heritage.

What’s included?

  • Half day walk with local guide

  • Return boat transport

  • Excludes lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • A reasonable level of fitness is required

  • On occasions we may need to cancel a trip due to weather - please ensure that you provide contact information

  • Please check in 30 minutes before departure

  • The walking track can be uneven and muddy at times, therefore please ensure you wear adequate footwear

  • We recommend bringing layers including a wind and waterproof jacket

Before you go

  • A reasonable level of fitness is required

  • On occasions we may need to cancel a trip due to weather - please ensure that you provide contact information

  • Please check in 30 minutes before departure

  • The walking track can be uneven and muddy at times, therefore please ensure you wear adequate footwear

  • We recommend bringing layers including a wind and waterproof jacket

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

Our family business was founded in Fiordland in the 1950’s by tourism and conservation pioneers Les and Olive Hutchins. 
Sixty years later, we offer tourism experiences from Stewart Island to Queenstown; including world renowned cruises through Milford and Doubtful Sounds, the Te Anau Glowworm Caves and heritage steamship TSS Earnslaw.
For us, the aim is still quite simple – to share the natural heritage and astounding beauty of the region with visitors – just as our founders intended.