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Ulva Island Explorer Cruise and Guided Walk
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- Take a return sea cruise around Stewart Island’s shores and through some of Paterson Inlet
- Listen to cultural, historical and wildlife stories from your nature guide aboard the boat
- Head out on an approximately 45 minute guided walk through native forest and sandy beaches
- Learn about rare native birds and their calls from your guide
- Picnic lunches available to pre-order before 12pm the day prior
- Small group size
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What you need to know
Discover Stewart Island’s natural wildlife sanctuary and take a sea cruise out to Ulva Island.
You’ll hear about Māori culture, history, and wildlife stories as you cruise to the island, before beginning your guided walk through natural native bush to listen and look out for weka (native woodhen), bush robins, rare saddlebacks and yellowheads amongst other rare species.
Inclusions
- Paterson Inlet cruise departing Stewart Island
- 45 minute Guided Walk on Ulva Island Wildlife Sanctuary
- Opportunity to see some native rare birdlife such as the Weka, Saddlebacks and Yellowheads
- On board nature guide
Extras
Picnic Lunch
- Price: $30pp - Must be pre-ordered prior to 12pm the day before travel
- Includes: Filled roll, fresh fruit, brownie/muffin, dried fruits (raisins, berries, etc.), complimentary tea and coffee
- If you require a vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free or vegan lunch, please add this into the comments box during the booking process. Menus are indicative only
Highlights
- Cruise on a catamaran into Paterson Inlet past coastal beaches
- On Ulva Island, enjoy a forest and beach walk with a local nature guide through the Island
- Home to Weka, bush robins, rare saddlebacks, and yellowheads amongst other rare and endangered species
- Ulva Island is also a protected habitat for some of New Zealand’s rarest plant species
- Throughout the experience, keep a look out for sea birds, seals, sea lions and penguins
Time
- 1 Oct 2024 – 30 April 2025: 12.45pm to 3.15pm
- 1-31 May 2025: 12.00pm to 2.30pm
- 1-30 Sept 2025: 12.00pm to 2.30pm
- For visitors travelling on the Stewart Island Ferry Service, you are required to check in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time (to allow for luggage loading, etc)
- The check in and boarding gates are closed 10 minutes prior to scheduled ferry departure
Duration
- 2 hours and 15 minutes
Departure Location
- Stewart Island Ferry Terminal, Stewart Island
What To Bring
- Non-slip shoes/boots
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm sweater/fleece jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Camera
- Personal medication (including for asthma and allergies)
- RealNZ is now cashless, please be prepared to make cashless payments onboard
Additional Information
- Guests will enjoy their sea cruise aboard the Rakiura Explorer
- Progress on the Ulva Island wharf is ongoing. In the event of any delays, we will facilitate a beach landing on Ulva Island
- For a beach landing, guests will descend a ladder to access the beach and should be prepared for the possibility of getting their feet wet
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- Prices are seasonal and are constantly changing. The from price displayed may not always be the price you are going to pay, as once you click on your specified date, the price will change to reflect the price for that date/season. Please note that in some cases where you cannot click on a date to obtain the price, please call us so we can assist you
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