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Rotoroa Island – Hauraki Gulf

Auckland, North Island

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Extraordinary island history from attempts to farm, a Salvation Army rehabiliation service for addication to a predator free island sanctury where fledgling kiwis flourish
  • Beautiful network of walks encompassing wetlands, regenerating bush, safe shallow swimming beaches and high cliffs where sweeping views of the Hauraki Gulf await
  • Heritage 1950’s cottages to spend a few days slowing down and enjoying the peace of Rotoroa Island
  • Superb guided walk introducing visitors to the wildlife and the island’s history
  • See if you can spot a native skink
  • The opportunity to observe the iridescent plumage of New Zealand’s rare Takahē. The stout red legs and strong red beak and busy waddle is endearing
  • Meet the island’s cheeky weka’s who will become uninvited guests at your picnic

An island with surprising excellent wifi means you will not miss out on checking your instagram feed for comments on the uploaded photos. Rotoroa Island offers visitors both a day trip experience or overnight accommodation (several nights). The island has volunteer days, check the online resource for up to date details.

SCHEDULED FERRIES

Just over an hour from downtown Auckland, a ferry service from downtown Auckland to Rotoroa Island is offered by our friends at Fullers360 Experiences & Cruises. The journey includes a pickup at Waiheke’s Orapiu wharf on the way. You can also get to Rotoroa Island by ferry from Coromandel.​

PRIVATE BOATS

Rotoroa Island is a fantastic destination for boating and sailing, with a choice of sheltered coves and bays all around the island. Check the online resource for permit details

Fullers ferry @Fullers360
Fullers ferry @Fullers360

Tieke Saddleback on Tiritiri Matangi island, New Zealand
Tieke Saddleback, NZ
Tui perched on Kowhai tree, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand. September.
Tui perched, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
A New Zealand Dotterel on the sand dunes of Mangawhai Beach, New Zealand
Rotoroa views, New Zealand
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