Rakiura (Glowing Skies) - Stewart Island

 Took shelter behind the island of Iona.  Beautiful sheltered anchorage, golden sands, picturesque boat sheds, regular ferry service to Ulva Island, a manageable hike over the hill to the township of Oban. Well stocked 4 Square for our re-provisioning.

                                                                              WOW!  


Started the morning with a paddle board circumnavigation of Iona

Air temp 12 degrees/water temp 12 degrees

Flat calm, crystal clear waters with the odd jelly fish bopping past

















Blue cod on the menu, Oban




























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  1. onewelshkiwi19 April 2021 at 05:45

    Gosh! That water is so still; it looks like a mirror. The pictures are a lovely reminder that nature exists outside of the city!

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