We took the morning ferry to Ulva Island, and it was quite pleasant on the outgoing trip, but very windy on the return (we took the last ferry back). There were blankets provided for the passengers use in case someone felt cold. We had also booked a Pelagic Tour, but due to the weather conditions, it was cancelled - the skipper (Rakiura) kept us fully informed until the last minute, and we appreciate his attention. Highly recommend using the Ulva Island Ferry & Water Taxi

We booked a water taxi by phone the day before to do our own walk around Ulva Island. The booking was done promptly to meet our time requirements with easy payment over the phone. The next day our "taxi driver" was friendly, flexible and efficient.

Over 20 years ago with Lew at the helm, we motored out of Tutukaka, Northland on the MV Wairangi to go snorkelling around the poor nights, a great day out. This month, at the other end of the country, with Rakiura at the helm, we motored out of Paterson inlet, Stewart Island on the MV Wairangi to go bird watching towards Bench Island, then back around the inlet. Rakiura shared the recent history of the Wairangi and put us in great spots to see & photograph the birds. It was a most enjoyable couple of hours thanks to Rakiura & crew. Thank you, Rakiura Adventures, for keeping this historic ship in use & in such good condition.