Visit Tiritiri Matangi island on a day trip from Auckland to be serenaded by birdsong. Enjoy a ferry ride and explore the island at your leisure.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Vouchers must be exchanged for tickets.
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy a round-trip cruise between Auckland city and Tiritiri Matangi
- Learn about the island's wildlife, revegetation and history
- Discover the best spots to see native birds and learn to identify their calls
Full description
Book your ticket to Tiritiri Matangi Island, a wildlife sanctuary for New Zealand’s native birds and an important conservation project. Visitor numbers are limited in order to protect the island’s wildlife.
Begin this 8-hour excursion in Auckland city with a 75-minute ferry ride across the Hauraki Gulf to the island preserve. Explore the island at your leisure, walking along the trails and enjoying the coastline after a ranger orientation.
Enjoy informative displays at the visitor center and a complimentary cup of coffee or tea during your visit. See the lighthouse, and in warmer months, head to Hobbs beach for a swim before the return ferry ride to Auckland.
Includes
- Round-trip ferry tickets to Tiritiri Matangi
- Food and drinks
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Meeting point
Auckland Wharf ticket office, Pier 4, 99 Quay Street, Auckland, New Zealand
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Know before you go
- This is a full-day activity due to the ferry timetable and travel time to the island from downtown Auckland
- Bring a light rain jacket and warm layers as temperatures can change quickly, regardless of the season
- This is perfect for children 5 years and over, with easy walking tracks and plenty of opportunities to view wildlife
- There are no food outlets on the island, so please bring your own food and water
