Every spring, the Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi, in conjunction with Explore Group and the Department of Conservation, organise a special early morning ferry for visitors to experience the Tiritiri Matangi Dawn Chorus.
Spring is the very best time to visit the island for the Dawn Chorus - immerse yourself in birdsong surrounded by rare birds and native forest as the sun rises...and with a little luck you may even hear the elusive kōkako!
Includes:
- Return ferry transfers from Viaduct Harbour, Auckland or Gulf Harbour, Whangaparoa to Tiritiri Matangi Island
- 4.5 hour island stop at Tiritiri Matangi Island
- A guided walk from the wharf along the Wattle Track and through the native forest to experience the dawn chorus as the sun rises
- Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available at the visitor's centre by the lighthouse
- Please note, there is no food for sale on the island so please remember to take your own food and snacks
- Option available to spend the day and return on the 4:00pm ferry from Tiritiri Matangi Island (must be pre-booked).
Photo courtesy of Derek Tearne
