Diver at Ulva Island Marine Reserve.

Ulva Island-Te Wharawhara Marine Reserve

Located in Stewart Island/Rakiura in the Southland region

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Introduction

Enjoy snorkelling, diving, and kayaking in the crystal-clear waters teeming with fish, penguins, and kelp forests.

Ulva Island-Te Wharawhara Marine Reserve was established in 2004 and is 1,075 hectares.

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Protect our marine reserves
  • No fishing of any kind.
  • Don't take or kill marine life.
  • Don't remove or disturb any marine life or materials.
  • Don't feed fish - it disturbs their natural behaviour.
  • Take care when anchoring to avoid damaging the sea floor.