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9 Things to do in Oban That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Oban, New Zealand including Aurora Cab Company, Stewart Island Snorkeling Adventures, Moturau Moana Native Gardens, Dead Man Beach, Stewart Island Experience, Rakiura Jade, Ryan's Creek Track, Fern Gully Trail, Tequila Fishing & Bird Watching Charters.
1. Aurora Cab Company
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
Customised Stewart Island Tours and pick-up/drop-off from any and all locations. Operating 7am - 11pm or by arrangement.
Reviewed By BobtheDuck
Super friendly owner/driver, very prompt service - and a mine of information about the island. And at the end of the Rakiura Track - boy, were we pleased to see him and spare ourselves a long walk back to town!
2. Stewart Island Snorkeling Adventures
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5.0 based on 52 reviews
We are two adventure guides that have a passion for freediving and conservation. We want to take you on an expedition in the Stewart Island Kelp Forests to view diverse and beautiful marine life. Learn about biodiversity, history and conservation of Rakiura, while following a theme of sustainability and effective ocean management . We will be visiting fragile, pristine, and undisturbed natural areas, ensuring we make zero impact by operating a small scale alternative to standard mass tourism.
3. Moturau Moana Native Gardens
4. Dead Man Beach
5. Stewart Island Experience
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
Enjoy a leisurely cruise of beautiful Paterson Inlet, viewing hidden coves and beaches including a visit to the Ulva Island – a renowned wildlife sanctuary. An on-board nature guide provides commentary throughout the cruise and leads a 45 minute walk through part of the Ulva Island. This island is home to abundant birdlife, including some of New Zealand’s most rare and precious plant species. Departs: Oban. (Previously named Paterson Inlet Cruises).
6. Rakiura Jade
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By JamesGOamaru - Oamaru, New Zealand
After a gruelling hike from Mason Bay to Freshwater River early in our stay on Stewart Island, we were up for a less strenuous activity and signed up for Dave's workshop to make ourselves a piece of pounamu. From start to finish we were enthralled, from picking out our stone to coming up with a design to shaping it into the final product. I have absolutely no artistic skills whatsoever but managed to come up with a piece that I am very happy to wear and that will always bear a special meaning for having been made by me (with Dave's help...) during a fantastic holiday on Stewart Island. Very worthwhile!
7. Ryan's Creek Track
8. Fern Gully Trail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By KatherineTB - Wellington, New Zealand
This short walk is ideal with families... it was relatively easy, scenic, and protected. It was short enough that my husband did the Ryan's Creek track right afterwards since they were right next to each other.
9. Tequila Fishing & Bird Watching Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
