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Take a leisurely cruise around Paterson Inlet and a 45-minute walking tour in the bird sanctuary of Ulva Island. Your 2.5-hour itinerary departs from Stewart Island and includes a visit to the historic whaler’s base at Prices Inlet and the hidden coves and unspoiled beaches of Paterson Inlet. Your guide provides informative commentary during the scenic cruise. While on board, keep a lookout for New Zealand fur seals and penguins.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time to check in.
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Discover Stewart Island from the water on a leisurely cruise of beautiful Paterson Inlet and a guided walk in Ulva Island Wildlife Sanctuary where you will learn about the landscape and history of the island
Cruise and island tour
Local guide
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Picnic lunch (must contact operator directly after booking to purchase)
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Ulva Island Explorer : A leisurely cruise of beautiful Paterson Inlet and a guided walk in the renowned bird sanctuary of Ulva Island.
80 đánh giá
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Oscardog16,,30 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
The boat tour was only 20 minutes and despite bad whether it was relatively calm. The small boat does have a toilet if required. We saw Albatrosses soaring around the boat and floating close by hoping for a feed. The walk around the island was easy and we saw a few native species pointed out by our knowledgeable guide. We recommend this tour.
frankvE7096UJ,,24 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
It was great. We got to see a bunch of animals and even saw two sealions on the beach. Amazing to see the nature here. Very much recommended.



Trail51095346227,,21 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
The Ulva Island Explorer was fantastic. Our guide Charles, was incredibly knowledgeable and clearly so passionate about the natural world. His insights into the native birdlife and ecosystems made the walk feel like a special privilege. The sights and sounds of Ulva Island were stunning, and Charles helped us see and understand so much more than we ever expected. Both tours were well organised, relaxed yet informative, and truly showcased the best of Stewart Island. We couldn’t recommend these experiences highly enough. Five stars all the way!
Bronwyn C,,15 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Awesome place, gentle walk and lots of birds to see. Our guide Sarah was fantastic at pointing out the various plants and birds
Ciaobella77,,15 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Nice half day trip out with Jan/Jen. We saw some rare birds on this trip. Jan was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Apparently there are Kiwis as well on the island but they are more on the Boulder beach area that we didn't visit.


GoPlaces59884343332,,1 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Fantastic loved our experience loved that we had a female Sarah driving us on the boat. She's very knowledgeable. Thanks
534bernien,,13 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Very good informative trip staff great fun and friendly boat trip was very interesting learning about the history of the island
annapJ4475ME,,22 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
We had a great guided nature walk on the Ulva island, Annalise was a passionate and knowledgable guide and we were able to see many wonderful birds with her.
toddytom,,9 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Went went on the real journeys trip to Ulva Is recently. The staff were very attentive and helpful and fully aware of the needs of the elderly amongst us. Our guide was interactive with the group which helped to make people more relaxed. Our only issue was the lack of wildlife and the whole idea was to see wildlife. We later learnt that DOC had recently done a poison drop re rats and it had obviously nailed a lot of bird life in the process such as Weka etc Really think that if promoting such a trip that operators should be aware of this fact as many who go on these trips we're expecting to see birdie's. There were NAY BIRDIE'S!



DayTrip28570175073,,6 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Amalie’s and Natasha took us across to Ulva and both were incredibly professional and knowledgeable. On the island component we were confronted with a large male seal and Analiese chose to do a detour rather than take any risk. We saw and heard so many birds and plants and received so much information the time just flew …. Plus it was just an absolutely stunning day weather wise












