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Aotea Great Barrier Island – Hauraki Gulf

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GLENFERN SANCTUARY & ACCOMMODATION

Glenfern Sanctuary is an 83 hectare Regional Park and the gateway to the predator fenced 240 hectare Kotuku Peninsula on the north-west coastline of Aotea Great Barrier Island. The Glenfern Sanctuary Trust with Ngati Rehua Ngatiwai ki Aotea nga mana whenua o Aotea Trust are committed to the principles of kaitiakitanga; guardianship and protection of our endangered flora and fauna and their habitats. The guardians cherish the mauri (life-force) across all of the taonga and mahi.

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Glenfern Sanctuary offers a holiday with a difference, spend time volunteering, weeding and bird counts with the chance to enjoy island time slowly exploring the vibrant arts scene on the island.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF GLENFERN

  • Walking tracks in pristine native bush
  • Accommodation in either the historic Fitzroy House or Glenfern Cottage
  • Aotea Great Barrier Island galleries, Aotea Community Art Gallery in Claris is open 7 days and is a great place to start
  • Hot Springs, Kaitoke Hot Springs are located on the track to Hirakimata / Mount Hobson. Access them via Whangaparapara Rd. The track is approximately an hour and a half return
  • Historic trails exploring the mining history of the island
  • Limited time, Glenfern is open to the public … check online for opening and closing hours beforehand to avoid disappointment

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