From Auckland: Tiritiri Matangi Island Day Trip with Return Ferry

8 hr 50 minEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian +12Auckland

Free cancellation

Your experience

A full-day Tiritiri Matangi Island experience with round-trip ferry transfers and rare wildlife encounters.

Getting started

Your booking includes round-trip transfers from Auckland (Viaduct Harbour via Gulf Harbour) to Tiritiri Matangi Island. Arrive 15–20 minutes early for check-in before boarding your vessel for a scenic cruise across the Hauraki Gulf.

What to expect

• Conservation island experience: Explore a protected, predator-free sanctuary known for its successful native wildlife restoration.

• Guided walk option: Prebook a guided walk to the lighthouse and visitor centre with experienced conservation volunteers for deeper insights into the island’s history and birdlife.

• Self-guided exploration: Wander established walking tracks through regenerating native forest, coastal cliffs, and quiet beaches like Hobbs Beach.

• Native wildlife encounters: Spot rare and endangered birds including kōkako, takahē, and tīeke in their natural habitat across the island.

• Scenic ferry journey: Enjoy an approximately 80-minute cruise each way through the Hauraki Gulf, offering beautiful coastal and island views en route to and from Tiritiri Matangi Island.

Enjoy round-trip ferry transfers from Auckland, crossing the Hauraki Gulf to reach Tiritiri Matangi Island.
Sail across the Hauraki Gulf as you take in scenic views of Auckland’s coastline and surrounding islands en route to this predator-free sanctuary.
Wander along established walking tracks or join a guided conservation walk to the lighthouse and visitor centre with experienced volunteers.
Encounter rare native birdlife and explore regenerating forests, coastal cliffs, and peaceful beaches in one of New Zealand’s leading conservation success stories.

Full day trip to Tiritiri Matangi Island
Round-trip ferry transfers from Auckland (80 minutes each way) or from Gulf Harbour (25 minutes each way) (as per option selected)
Book a guided walk up to the Lighthouse & Visitor Centre with an experienced guide (available to prebook with your ferry ticket)

Choose your option

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Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Good to know

Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.
Bicycles, scooters, skateboards& dogs are not allowed on this experience.
There is no phone available for use on the island apart from in an emergency
There is a visitor centre and shop near the lighthouse which is normally open 11am - 3pm from Wednesday - Sunday where souvenirs and cold drinks can be purchased
There is no food for sale on the island so please remember to take your own food and snacks for the day and pack in a sealable container
Smoking is restricted to the designated area at the wharf and outside the visitor centre.

Free cancellation up to 1 day before start