Stewart Island Track

How fit do I need to be for the Stewart Island Track?

Grade: B
Average of 4-5 hours physical activity per day.
At times carrying medium sized backpack of 6-10kgs (days 2 and 3).
Tracks generally in good condition.
Altitude gains of up to 600m on harder days.
No hiking experience necessary.
Reasonable standard of fitness required.

A medium level of fitness is required for Stewart Island. The walking is generally flat. The tracks can be muddy and wet at times.

What is included in the price of the Stewart Island Track?

Your guided walk package includes 4 nights accommodation, all meals and snacks, flights to and from Stewart Island, water taxis, concession and guiding fees, Stewart Island visitor levy, all camping and cooking equipment is provided.

What additional costs can I expect on the Stewart Island Track?

You provide and carry a pack with your personal and hiking equipment. Packs and wet weather gear available if required, but please advise in advance. There are no additional costs except personal and souvenir items.

What accommodation is used on the Stewart Island Track?

In Invercargill we stay at a holiday home, you will be advised of the name and address prior to departure.
At Mason Bay we stay at a public Department of Conservation hut. Bunk beds are generally available, or we camp next to the hut and tents, sleeping bags and inflatable mattresses are provided. Carry only your own personal items on days 2 and 3. 

In Halfmoon Bay we normally stay at the Rakiura Lodge. Accommodation is based on double or twin share. Linen is provided.  At times, alternative accommodation to the itinerary may be used.

What transport is used on the Stewart Island Track?

Feel free to contact us to help arrange transfers from other locations. Invercargill is 170km from Queenstown, and 190km from Te Anau. Shuttles from Queenstown depart at 7.30am.

While on the guided walk, your transport from the South Island to Stewart Island will be by light plane.