Stewart Island Regional Information

New Zealand's southernmost island lies 30 kilometres from the South Island's coast and is home to around 400 people. Incorrectly mapped as a peninsula by Captain Cook in 1770, the island was named after Captain William Stewart, a sealer and whaler who charted the island in 1809.

Today, the island's residents work predominantly in the fishing trade, as well as in the farming and forestry industries. Over 80% of the island is a designated as the Rakiura National Park, an area that is home to many native bird species, including Kakapo, Weka, Albatross, Penguins, Kiwi and Kaka. Stewart Island is accessible by passenger ferry across Foveaux Strait.

Navigate with our great Stewart Island map to stay on the right track and find what you're looking for when traveling in the region.

For more information on Stewart Island, visit the island's information site.