Places to visit

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Places to stay

Places to stay

You can stay in campsites and cottages on some islands in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. Also check the individual islands and marine reserves for other accommodation options that may be available.

Home Bay, Motutapu (Island) campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Auckland area.

Motuihe (Island) campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Auckland area.

Akapoua Bay campsite

A popular family camping area near the sheltered waters of Port Fitzroy, with easy access to many of the island's walking tracks.

Awana Beach campsite

This campsite is near Awana Beach, one of the island's most popular places to surf.

Harataonga campsite

A scenic and sheltered campground close to Harataonga Beach and the Harataonga coastal walkway, with mature trees and a creek running nearby.

Medlands Beach campsite

This campsite is set back from Medlands Beach amongst mature trees.

The Green campsite

This is a walk-in or boat-in campsite. There is no drive on access. A small campsite on the sheltered and scenic waters of Whangaparapara Harbour.

Whangapoua campsite

Located on edge of Whangapoua estuary, this scenic campsite is close to a popular surf break.

Motuora (Island) campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Warkworth area.

Kaiaraara Hut

This is a 28-bunk serviced hut in the Great Barrier area.

Find out more

Hauraki Gulf islands and marine reserves brochure (PDF, 292K)

NZ weather

Hauraki Gulf map (JPG, 96K)

New Zealand's Marine Reserves A-Z

Keeping Hauraki Gulf islands free of pests

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Auckland Visitor Centre
Phone:	+64 9 379 6476
Address:	137 Quay Street Princes Wharf Downtown Auckland 1010
Email:
Full office details

To report pest alerts, fishing offences in marine reserves, whale or dolphin strandings or injuries, or any other threat, call the 24-hour DOC HOT line:

0800 DOCHOT or 0800 362 468

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