{"id":159704,"date":"2021-11-18T10:31:25","date_gmt":"2021-11-18T05:01:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/?p=159704"},"modified":"2023-05-09T11:54:29","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T06:24:29","slug":"stewart-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/stewart-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Stewart Island: An Unchartered Territory In The Heart Of New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"

What if I told you that New Zealand also has a third island? Although it is the third largest island in New Zealand, yet Stewart Island is the least settled. Located just 30 km south of the Southern Island across the Foveaux Strait, Stewart Island has a permanent population of a mere 381 people as of 2013 census. The island remains largely undiscovered; thus, a hot Eco-tourism destination.<\/em><\/p>\n

About Stewart Island<\/p>\n

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It is situated just 30 km south of the South Island across the Foveaux Strait. 85% of the island area is covered by the newly-declared national park of New Zealand<\/a>, the Raikura National Park, the main reason why the island remains largely undiscovered and hence is a hotspot for eco-tourism enthusiasts.<\/p>\n

The ancient Maori name of the Island is Te Punga a Te Waka a Maui which is translated as \u201dThe Anchor Stone of Maui\u2019s Canoe\u201d.<\/p>\n

Although the legend of Maui takes a central stage in the Maori Mythology, the island is often referred by Maori people by the name of Raikura which means the Land of the Glowing Skies. You will feel the prominence of this name only when you see the Aurora Australis in the Southern Skies of Stewart Island.
\nThe Stewart Island has a total area of round 1680 Sq. km with a hilly terrain and an oceanic climate. There is only one major settlement known as Halfmoon Bay or Oban which houses all the inhabitants of the Island.<\/p>\n

There is also an abundance of wildlife on this island due to the presence of Raikura National Park. Some of the significant birds include sooty shearwater, snares, weka, kaka, albatross, Stewart Island Kiwi (also the national bird of New Zealand), fantails, kereru, and the yellow-eyed penguins. The animal species of the island include brushtail possums, white-tailed deer, red deer, short and long-tailed bats and different variety of galaxies.<\/p>\n

Must Read:<\/strong> 10 Best Temples In New Zealand For Witnessing The Country\u2019s Vibrant Culture<\/a><\/p>\n

How to Reach Stewart Island?<\/h2>\n
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One of the cheapest ways to reach Stewart Island is via a ferry ride between Buff and Stewart Island which operates numerous times a day. Another option is via Invercargill, a Stewart Island flight which operates three times a day. The best and the most expensive option is a helicopter ride from Buff to the Stewart Island which can be done any time of the day with suitable weather conditions.<\/p>\n

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