Stewart Island - 6 nights
Experience Stewart Island’s abundant marine and bird life. Explore the inlets, bays and rivers of Stewart Island in a kayak, or in the Fiordland Jewel’s tender boat, if the weather permits there is a chance that we can circumnavigate the island and discover remote areas of Rakiura National Park, which comprises 85% of the island's 1,570 square kilometres.
A maximum of 18 passengers.
All nine cabins have sea views and a private ensuite and are fully air-conditioned and heated.
DAY 1
Board the Fiordland Jewel in Halfmoon Bay, Oban late morning. Explore Paterson Inlet/Whaka a Te Wera.
DAY 2-6
- Explore the inlets, bays and rivers of Stewart Island in a kayak, or in the Fiordland Jewel’s tender boat, if the weather permits there is a chance that we can circumnavigate the island and discover remote areas of Rakiura National Park, which comprises 85% of the island's 1,570 square kilometers
- On most days there may be the opportunity to head to shore, with the chance to stretch your legs. Bush, island and beach walks include the Ulva Island bird sanctuary, historic Norwegian whaling station in Prices Inlet and Little Glory Bay
- Experience Stewart Island's abundant marine and bird life
- Watch our crew dive for paua and scallops or dredge for Bluff oysters when in season
- Some fishing to catch a feed
- Kayaking and tender boat excursions
- Launching the (ROV) remote-operated vehicle, which provides high resolution live underwater footage. View enchanting marine beneath the surface in real time from the comfort of our boat lounge.
DAY 7
Disembark the Fiordland Jewel in Halfmoon Bay, Oban to catch a morning ferry back to Bluff.
Please contact us to be placed on a waitlist if we receive a cancellation for any of our scheduled departures in March or October 2021.
Current availability in 2021:
Friday February 26- Thursday March 4 - 1 cabin a/v - 1 Governor
Saturday October 16-Friday October 22 - 4 cabins a/v - 1 Captain Cook, 2 Endeavour, 1 Resolution
RATES 2021
- Governor Cabin $12,400 | $6,200 per person (sleeps 2) - Super-King Dbl
- Captain Cook Cabin $10,200 | $5,100 per person (sleeps 2) - Super-King Dbl
- Endeavour Cabin $9,600 | $4,800 per person (sleeps 2) - 2 King Singles
- Resolution Cabin $8,000 | $4,000 per person (sleeps 2) - Single Bunkbeds
Retail prices are GST inclusive and in NZD, includes return transport per person Bluff-Oban (Boat), excludes beverages purchased from our licensed bar on board the Fiordland Jewel.
- Return transport – Bluff-Oban by ferry
- All meals prepared by our on board chef in our commercial kitchen - all dietary requirements are catered for. Our crew dive for seafood/kaimoana
- Some fishing to catch a feed, if you wish to do so
- Complimentary tea & coffee
- Use of our kayaks and top-deck hot tub (weather dependent)
- In each cabin: Toiletries, body wash & shampoo/conditioner (Evolu), hairdryer, linen and bath towels
Excludes
- Wine, beer & soft drinks (no spirits), these are available for you to purchase from our licensed on board bar. Please note: Do not bring alcohol on board with you, as this will breach our liquor license.
