Explore Tiritiri Matangi
Island

  • Duration
    80mins from Auckland CBD
  • Category
    Ferry
  • Location
    Auckland
  • Operating Season
    All Year
  • Price
    $95
    Adult
    $50
    Child

Tiritiri Matangi Island

Discover this island sanctuary home to flourishing native flora and fauna including many endangered New Zealand bird species...

Tiritiri Matangi Island Ferry
Price
$95 Adult
Adult 16 years and older
$50 Child
Child 5 - 15 years | Under 5 years travel free

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 more to flourish. Support the ongoing conservation programme for the island by purchasing a guided walk and your experienced guide will help you spot the native species and share more about the island’s ongoing transformation.

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 stepping back in time - easily accessed from central Auckland or Gulf Harbour.

Highlights:

  • Enjoy an 80 minute cruise each way through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, to Tiritiri Matangi Island
  • Book a guided walk up to the Lighthouse and Visitor Centre with an experienced guide - available to prebook with your ferry ticket
  • Discover regenerating native forest and glimpse native and endangered species including kōkako, takahē, tīeke and more
  • Explore the islands other walking tracks - download map HERE
  • Take a swim or snorkel at the quiet sandy beaches – bring swimwear and a towel

Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi Island

The Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi is a non-profit conservation volunteer group founded in 1988 to further the aims of the Tiritiri Matangi conservation project. When you visit Tiritiri Matangi Island you can pre-book a guided walk up to the lighthouse with one of the many knowledgeable Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi volunteers.  During the walk you will hear about the island's history, learn about the conservation work that is done and spot some of the rare birds that are found on the island.

Book your guided walk with your ferry ticket and support their ongoing conservation work - $10 Adult | $2.50 Child

Find out more about the guided walks

Visit tiritirimatangi.org.nz to find out more, become a Supporter of Tiritiri Matangi or make a donation.


 

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