One of New Zealand's GREAT Walks | Hiking the Rakiura Track (Stewart Island)

Diverse native birdsong, lush forest, relics of bygone days, beaches and rugged coastlines are all features of this year-round Great Walk!

Located in Rakiura National Park on Stewart Island/Rakiura, this hike is suitable for anyone with a moderate level of fitness. Surrounded by native bush, birds and beach at your side! At night, you'll enjoy world-class star-gazing, and, if you're lucky, you can spot wild Kiwi!

Stewart Island/Rakiura is the world's fifth International
Dark Sky Sanctuary. If you're lucky (like us!), you might get to see the night sky glow red and green with the aurora australis/southern lights.

Starting in the township of Oban, the circuit follows open coastline, crosses forested interior and meanders along the sheltered shores of Paterson Inlet. It passes sites of historical interest and introduces many of the common sea and forest birds of the island. Parts of it cross Māori land and access is courtesy of the owners.

To book, click on the DOC website link here: https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-rec...