Stewart Island Fly–Explore–Fly Island Escape – Discover New Zealand’s Untamed Island
Discover the wild beauty of Stewart Island on a Fly | Explore | Fly day adventure, giving you the freedom to experience this untouched destination at your own pace. Departing Queenstown at 9.00am, enjoy a spectacular scenic flight over the Remarkables, southern farmland, and the rugged coastline before crossing Foveaux Strait and landing at Ryan’s Creek Airstrip overlooking Oban township. With up to five hours to explore on the ground, you can choose how your day unfolds—whether that’s bushwalking, birdwatching, discovering local history, or simply soaking up the relaxed island atmosphere—before sitting back and enjoying a scenic return flight to Queenstown.
Highlights
- Full-day Fly | Explore | Fly experience to Stewart Island
- Scenic return flights from Queenstown with a guaranteed window seat
- Fly over the Oreti River, southern farmland, and the Southern Coast
- Cross Foveaux Strait, passing Dog Island and Ruapuki Island
- Land at Ryan’s Creek Airstrip with views over Oban township
- Up to 5 hours free time to explore Stewart Island at your own pace
- Self-guided experience with optional activities booked independently
- Complimentary transfers to and from Queenstown Airport
- $1 donation per passenger to the Kea Conservation Trust
- Available October to April, suitable for all ages
Supplier: Glenorchy Air
