Come to Moturoa Island for a picnic, or you can camp for the night at this predator-free Auckland reserve. Young kiwi are raised here until they can defend themselves.
The Mokohinau Islands provide a dramatic backdrop for boating. The waters are excellent for diving and snorkelling. On Burgess Island you can visit the lighthouse and the remains of World War II military installations.
The best way to experience the reserve is by snorkelling or diving. Coastal walkways meander through coastal forest and offer fine views and quiet picnic spots.
When you visit Motutapu, make sure you take a walk along the Motutapu Walkway and visit the many archaeological and WWI military sites on the island. Swimming, camping and picnicing are all popular activities here.
On Great Barrier Island you can take a soak in thermal springs, tramp through coastal forests or snorkel in an isolated cove. Boating, kayaking and fishing are other popular activities on the island.
Find out about the individual islands and marine reserves in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park.
Marine reserves are great places to swim, snorkel, dive and boat. Remember that the reserves are ‘no take’ areas, so fishing or removing marine life is not permitted.
People are welcome to visit the Te Matuku Marine Reserve to picnic, swim, snorkel, dive, take photos, kayak and watch birds.
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