Motutapu

Departure:

Fullers sails to Motutapu during the summer season.  Services to this island will resume from December 2010.

Price:

Adult $30.00, Child $15.00, Family $75.00.

About Motutapu Island

Just a ferry ride away from Downtown Auckland lies the legendary island of Motutapu. Motutapu, which means Sacred Island, has a history that dates back centuries and is much older than its neighbour, Rangitoto Island. The island is home to farmland, scenic walking tracks, World War II gun emplacements and spectacular views of the Hauraki Gulf. Motutapu is currently undergoing a 50 year conservation project.

Activities and attractions

Walking:

Motutapu is a walker's dream. There are easy walks over pastures that connect easily to many places of interest, and command 360 degree views of the Gulf.

Military sites:

During WWII, Motutapu played a key role in Auckland’s coastal defense against enemy invasion. Gun emplacements, military tunnels and bunkers from this time still remain and are a must see on the island.

Camping:

For those wishing to stay on the island, there is a Department of Conservation run camp site at Home Bay, or alternatively the Outdoor Education Camp at Administration Bay offers bunkhouse and lodge style accommodation.

Picnics/beaches:

Motutapu has long been a popular picnic destination for Aucklanders. The island's stunning beaches boast untouched beauty, with expansive coastlines and golden sands. They're an ideal spot to lay down the picnic rug and simply soak in the sunshine, or are great for swimming and coast to coast walking.

What to bring

Make sure you take plenty of water, a hat, sun screen, snacks/lunch and sturdy walking shoes. Motutapu has no shops, so the last opportunity to buy food or drink is on the ferry. Drinking water is available at Home Bay.

To book

To book call 09 367 9111 or visit any of the Fullers Ticket Offices.

 

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MOTUTAPU RESTORATION PROJECT
2010 Public Volunteer Days - Nursery and weed control

May 2, 16, 30
June 20
July 4, 18
August 1, 15, 29
September 5, 19
October 3, 17, 31
November 7, 21
December 5, 19


 

 

 

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