See (and hear!) Motutapu’s native birdlife

Overview

The Fullers360 Auckland to Motutapu return ferry is suspending its visitor services. We hope to get you back cruising to this incredible part of the Hauraki Gulf shortly, please check in with us soon.

A protected conservation area, Motutapu Island is home to a range of native bird species. On the coastlines, see wading shorebirds, including the threatened New Zealand dotterel, the variable oystercatcher and various gulls and terns. On the walking tracks, you’re likely to see tui, fantails, kereru and more.