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Ulva's Guided Walks recommend the following links:

Stewart Island Promotion Association

www.stewartisland.co.nz

New Zealand Birding Network

www.birdingnz.co.nz

Matt Jones Wildlife Photography

www.mattjoneswildlifeimages.com

Click here to link to the Ulva Island Bird Sanctuary page on the Department of Conservation website.

Links to recommended accommodation and charter boat activities on Stewart Island, also Southland accommodation:

STEWART ISLAND:.

Bay Motel: www.baymotel.co.nz
Bay Motel is a 12-unit motel complex with spectacular views over Halfmoon Bay (4+ Star Qualmark Self-contained & Serviced Accommodation).

Greenvale Bed & Breakfast: www.greenvalestewartisland.co.nz
B&B accommodation, two exclusive spacious en suite rooms with small library between each suite. Guest lounge and rooms opening to deck 50metres from the sea. Five minutes walk to township and courtesy transfers available. Legendary breakfasts.

Port of Call Boutique Coastal Accommodation: www.portofcall.co.nz
A choice of accommodation options in spectacular settings, stylishly comfortable and ideal for couples wanting a relaxing time on Stewart Island..

Rakiura Lodge: www.rakiuralodge.co.nz
Nestled in native bush, two minutes from the main village centre; sleeps 8 in two queen and two twin rooms. Self contained centrally heated units.

STEWART ISLAND TRANSPORT OPTIONS:

Aurora Charters: http://www.auroracharters.co.nz/
A 18m luxury charter vessel owned and operated by an old Stewart family, especially brilliant for palegic birding options whilst on Stewart Island. Cruise the scenic coastal areas and view our magnificent seabirds at close proximity.

Rakiura Helicopters Ltd: Flights between Stewart Island and Bluff, or to your chosen destination. Email: rakiheli@xtra.co.nz

Stewart Island Flights: www.stewartislandflights.com
Scheduled daily flights from Invercargill to Stewart Island: comfortable and fast!

Stewart Island Ferry Services: www.stewartislandexperience.co.nz
Experience Foveaux Strait in style on board the express catamarans. During the one hour crossing, make sure to look out for the sea birdlife.

SOUTHLAND:

The Lodge at Tikana (near Winton): www.tikana.co.nz
Absolutely stunning and truly unique luxury lodge nestled in the southern hills (5 Star Luxury Qualmark Guest & Hosted Accommodation)

Bushy Point Fernbirds Homestay: www.fernbirds.co.nz
Lovely family style homestay accommodation, 5mins from Invercargill airport. They have 4.5 hectares of private reserve, part of the Awarua Ramsar Wetlands. An oasis for birders - also with fernbirds running around their garden; guaranteed quality time here....

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