Saturday, 21 February 2026

New Zealand 21/02/26

Stewart Island 

A great stay at Bluff Lodge for the last couple of days, well fed, rested and ready for more adventures.

Bluff Lodge
I caught the ferry to Oban, the only town on Stewart Island, a rather bumpy one hour crossing.
Not much of a view from inside the ferry 
The weather was good when I arrived but I thought it best to go to the campsite and set up my tent before I did anything else just in case!
Oban campsite 
Lunch first in a nice café before heading to the museum which was worth visiting but not exciting.
A 'bomb' harpoon 
I then went for a walk around the area to see the sights. I didn't have to go far before I was in the bush.
Golden bay

Good paths around Oban

Oban, Halfmoon Bay
I found a sea kayak place and may well try it out after my three day walk. There is also a stone carving workshop, looks interesting.
An interesting bit of information at the museum (click on the picture to enlarge)


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