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“Even better than expected”

Port of Call

5 of 5 stars
PedroSS_2008
Christchurch, New Zealand
Dec 14, 2009
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We spent three nights at The Bach; our goal was to rest and relax, and this is the perfect place, quiet and peaceful. Tha Bach is really nice, but we couldn't hardly find pictures of it before...more

“Unmissable”

Sails Ashore

5 of 5 stars
Australian-Fan
England
Dec 14, 2009

When you stay on Stewart Island the only place for you is Sails Ashore. Peter and Iris proved the consummate and ever amenable hosts, amid splendid surroundings and views. The room was spacious and...more

“Birds and Forest Guided day trip" -Wow!”

Ulva's Guided Walks, Ulva Island Bird Sanctuary

5 of 5 stars
petally
Sheffield, UK
Dec 13, 2009

We went on this Ulva Island tour with "Ruggedy Range," and it was a grand day out! The trip began with a pick-up by minibus from our lodgings and a drive to the starting point at Golden Bay. You pay...more

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