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Tiritiri Matangi Island Discovery - from Auckland

Offered by Explore Group Limited

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$110.00 per person

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Tour Overview

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana - the Hauraki Gulf on our premium cruise fleet as we make our way to island sanctuary Tiritiri Matangi. This pest-free island provides a safe haven for a wide range of native species including kōkako, takahē, tīeke and tuatara, that can’t easily be seen anywhere else around the Auckland region, so glimpsing these rare animals is a highlight for many visitors. Enjoy the time to explore the island's other established walking tracks with dramatic cliff tops, native bush and New Zealand's oldest working lighthouse! For a relaxing afternoon, opt for an easy 10-minute walk from Tiritiri wharf along the coastline to Hobbs Beach, which is the perfect spot for a picnic or a swim. This island feels like another world all easily accessed from central Auckland or Gulf Harbour. Departing from Auckland Viaduct: Wed-Fri departs 9:00am | Sat/Sun departs 8:30am Departing from Gulf Harbour (Whangaparaoa): Wed-Fri departs 9:55am | Sat/Sun departs 9:25am

What's Included

  • Return Ferry from Auckland Viaduct or Gulf Harbour
  • Multiple hours to explore Tiritiri Matangi Island's walking tracks and beaches.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Restroom on board

Not Included:

  • Food and drinks not available on Island - please bring a packed lunch.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Tiritiri Matangi Island

    This pest-free island provides a safe haven for a wide range of native species including kōkako, takahē, tīeke and more to flourish. Enjoy the time to explore the island's other established walking tracks with dramatic cliff tops, native bush and quiet beaches. This island feels like another world all easily accessed from central Auckland or Gulf Harbour.

    5 hours

  2. 2

    Hauraki Gulf

    Enjoy an 80-minute cruise each way through the Hauraki Gulf from Auckland Viaduct or 20-minute express cruise from Gulf Harbour on the Whangaparaoa Peninsula.

    Pass by without stopping

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

If you have booked to depart from Gulf Harbour, please wait at the end of the ferry wharf at least 15 minutes prior to departure, where the vessel will stop by to pick you up. Please check you booking to ensure you are departing at 9:55am on weekdays or 9:25am on weekends.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 80-minute journey from Auckland Viaduct or 20-minute journey from Gulf Harbour
  • No food or drinks available on island - can be purchased on board ferry if required.
  • Food brought onto island must be in a sealed container or bag to keep the island pest-free.
  • Departs Tiritiri Matangi 2:40pm on Weekdays or 4:00pm on Weekends
  • 15 minutes prior to departure

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.