Diving and Snorkelling in Rakiura, Stewart Island 

There are many things to consider when deciding the best snorkel and free dive experience. The marine life, the visibility, the diversity, and the consistency. On Stewart Island we have it all. The healthy and vibrant kelp forests are teaming with life and the visibility is the most consistent that I have experienced in the South Island. Every day the visibility is between 5-15m, perfect for exploring the Kelp Forest.

There are hundreds of species of marine life for us to see, including a diversity of seaweed and fish species. We can also see octopus, sea lions and seahorses, amongst many other marine creatures. 

The east facing location of our diving protects us from the prevailing wind, and we can always tuck away in a sheltered diving location.

Stewart Island diving and snorkelling is among the best water activities in the South Island and the whole of New Zealand. 

The Best Snorkelling in the South Island

We offer guided snorkeling and freediving tours through the coastal kelp forests of Rakiura, Stewart Island. We offer a variety of water activities including a snorkelling tour, a sealion diving tour and a seafood harvesting tour. 