Plan & prepare
Getting there
Boat access only.
Cruise boats stop daily at the island see Explore NZ website
Water taxis are also available from Paihia and Russell.
Your responsibilities
- No fires or fireplaces
- No barbeques
- No fireworks
- No dogs due to risks to wildlife
- No rubbish is collected so please remember that whatever you bring in, you take out
Urupukapuka Island is now rodent free and Argentine ant free. It is very important to check your bags, food stores, tents and tarps for any rat, mice or ant infestation prior to arrival on the island.
Before travelling to Urupukapuka Island, find out how you can help keep the island pest-free in the island visit information pack.
Rubbish disposal
Find out about rubbish disposal facilities available to you over summer 2011-2012
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