Southland & Stewart Island

Southland is one of New Zealand's best kept secrets. The amazing Catlins Coast promises wildlife encounters, and Stewart Island is a haven for native bird life - it's the only place in New Zealand where you can readily see kiwi in their natural habitat.

Tranquil waterways attract fly-fishing enthusiasts in search of brown trout. Near-pristine southern rainforest provides opportunities for day walks and hiking. On the Catlins Coast you can visit Curio Bay – a petrified forest of subtropical kauri and other trees dating back to the Jurassic age.

Southland's largest urban centre is Invercargill, a city of 49,000 people. Visitors come to admire the elegant Victorian and Edwardian buildings, gardens and landscaped parks.

A half hour drive south from Invercargill is the fishing port of Bluff - home to the famous Bluff oyster and a lively annual seafood festival. From Bluff, visitors can catch the ferry to Stewart Island.

Check out our Tasters below to get a feel for your luxury Accommodation and Activity options in Southland.