Whaler’s Base & Ulva Island Combo

Stroll the Ulva Island open bird sanctuary on a flexible freedom walk, before discovering a little-known part of Stewart Island’s fascinating history: between 1923 and 1933 the Ross Sea Whaling Company of Norway made 9 expeditions to Antarctica while using a base in Paterson Inlet. The ‘Whaler’s Base’ was used to repair the whaler chasers in between seasons.

Flexible departure times to the Ulva Island bird sanctuary by water taxi
Pick up directly from Ulva for your 1 hour Whaler’s Base Tour
On-board photographic guides and fascinating commentary from your local skipper and guide
Explore the relics including the old rusty workshop boiler and foundations of the slipway
Optional walk to the stunning Millar’s Beach
Suitable for groups of up to 15
Heated cabin, comfortable seating with maximum viewing and photography opportunities