Tiritiri Matangi Island Discovery - from Auckland

4.5 (32 reviews) 5–9 hours Free cancellation

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32 reviews

4.5

Tiritiri Matangi Island Discovery - from Auckland — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tiritiri Matangi Island Discovery - from Auckland, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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

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At a glance

Duration: 5–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 200 people
People per booking: 1–30
Operated by: Explore Group Limited

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Return Ferry from Auckland Viaduct or Gulf Harbour
Included: Multiple hours to explore Tiritiri Matangi Island's walking tracks and beaches.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks not available on Island - please bring a packed lunch.
Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included: Tea and coffee: Available for purchase on board.
Not included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board

Itinerary

Tiritiri Matangi Island

5 hours

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.
Hauraki Gulf

Passing by

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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.
If you have booked to depart from Auckland Viaduct, please check in at the Explore Booking Kiosk (diagonally opposite the Maritime Museum) at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check you booking to ensure you are departing at 9:00am on weekdays or 8:30am on weekends.

End 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.
If you have booked to depart from Auckland Viaduct, please check in at the Explore Booking Kiosk (diagonally opposite the Maritime Museum) at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Please check you booking to ensure you are departing at 9:00am on weekdays or 8:30am on weekends.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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