Stewart Island Flights | Scenic Flights

Stewart Island Flights is a locally owned and operated business, who maintain scheduled scenic flights linking Stewart Island and Invercargill as well as a number of exciting alternatives providing access to the more remote reaches of the island.

They proudly operate two Britten Norman Islanders, one Piper Cherokee Six and one Cessna 185. All aircraft are maintained to the highest standard and fulfil all safety requirements.

Stewart Island Scenic Flights Activity Options

Scenic flights can be tailored to showcase whatever part of Southland you desire. Stewart Island Flights is happy to quote any proposed scenic flight. Sights of popular interest include:

• Invercargill City
• Stewart Island Flyover
• Southern Coastline
• Central Southland

Ulva Island & Island Explorer

• Scenic flight from Invercargill to Stewart Island
• 15 minute walk to Golden Bay to meet your water taxi to Ulva Island open bird sanctuary
• Spend an hour or two on Ulva Island strolling the excellent walking tracks amongst predator free podocarp forest, home to many endangered species
• Return to Golden Bay, walk over to Oban township, where you may purchase lunch at one of the many and varied dining establishments
• Depart for a 1½ hour bus tour on the Island Explorer, exploring landmarks and the history behind Stewart Island with your local guide.
• Spend time exploring, buying a souvenir, or just absorb the tranquillity of the island
• Return flight to Invercargill with Stewart Island Flights

Coast to Coast

The Stewart Island Coast to Coast is one of Stewart Island Flights’ most popular and unique innovations. Appealing to any traveller up for a taste of New Zealand in its natural untouched state, the Coast to Coast is a gentle sample of the island’s more rigorous North-West Circuit.

• Walkers can take in spectacular aerial views of Paterson Inlet and Mason Bay before an exciting beach landing – definitely a one-of-a-kind experience!
• Walk between Mason Bay and Freshwater Hut, an invigorating four hours on mostly flat tracks, including a stretch of boardwalk over the island’s Chocolate Swamp
• From Freshwater Hut, walkers enjoy a scenic boat trip with Seaview Water Taxis along the meandering Freshwater River, crossing Paterson Inlet to Golden Bay
• Alternatively the trip can be made in reverse, from Golden Bay through to Mason Bay, flying from the beach back to Oban to gain an aerial perspective of the track while the memories are still fresh

* Minimum 3 Adults, or 2 Adults pay the fare for 3 Adults.

A number of options are available, including overnight stays at either the Mason Bay or Freshwater Department of Conservation huts. This allows for the increased opportunity of spotting New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi, in its natural environment.

The Coast to Coast is a trip to remember, whether as a day trip or a 3-day holiday.

47° South Kiwi Spotting

Stewart Island is home to over 20,000 Kiwi – the densest population in the world! Our national icon is something which draws New Zealanders and people from all over the world to Stewart Island.

• 47° South Kiwi Spotting is Stewart Islands premium Kiwi Spotting tour. They offer an exclusive opportunity to see Kiwi in the wild!
• Guides have access to private land where known wild Kiwi live. This gives you the best opportunity to see these precious birds in their natural environment!

​* Kiwi walks are limited to groups of 2 to 7.

Other Information on Stewart Island Scenic Flights

• Trips are weather and tide dependant
• Minimum numbers apply
• Average level of fitness required
• Warm clothing must be carried
• Adequate footwear must be worn
• Seasonal weather will affect the condition of the track

Facilities

Stewart Island Flights proudly operate two Britten Norman Islanders, one Piper Cherokee Six and one Cessna 185. All aircraft are maintained to the highest standard and fulfil all safety requirements.

Location

Stewart Island Flights is located in the main terminal at Invercargill Airport.

Book Stewart Island Scenic Flights

You can book Stewart Island activities separately or as part of one of our New Zealand holiday packages. We bundle activities, accommodation, and transportation together for convenient, affordable New Zealand holidays.

Popular New Zealand holiday packages with a stay on Stewart Island include:

• 10 Day Deep South Holiday Package
• 30 Day 100% Pure New Zealand Package
• 30 Day New Zealand 100% Pure Private Guided Tour

Contact New Zealand Travel Organiser today to plan your Stewart Island activities.