Tiritiri Matangi Island bunkhouse
The bunkhouse on Tiritiri Matangi Island can be booked for overnight stays, however this facility has limited availability as it is primarily used by volunteers and students carrying out work on the island.
Getting there
There is a regular ferry service which operates every day except Mondays and Tuesdays (other than on public holidays and between 26 December and 15 January). You can book the ferry, 360 Discovery, through their website www.360discovery.co.nz.
Please note, the wharf may only be used for loading or unloading passengers.
Also note that incorrectly packaged gear will not be allowed onto the island, please read the biosecurity requirements ('Important information for overnight visitors to the bunkhouse'), which can be downloaded in the 'See also' box above.
Features
Tiritiri Matangi is one of the most successful conservation projects in the New Zealand.
Tiritiri Matangi Island bunkhouse
Once a farm, the island is now a sanctuary offering a predator free environment for rare and endangered birds and animals. Wake up to the sounds of the dawn chorus and enjoy spectacular views of the Hauraki Gulf. There are plenty of good walks amongst regenerating bush land.
Facilities
- Gas stove
- Microwave oven
- All cutlery, crockery, utensils etc
- Pots and pans
- BBQ
- Two fridges and a freezer
The Tiritiri Matangi bunkhouse is a communal facility used by a range of people; research students, members of the Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi (SOTM), DOC staff, community groups, volunteers, and overseas and domestic tourists. Expect to share living areas and bunkrooms.
Fees (shared occupancy)
Adult: $20/person
Child: $15/person
Plan and prepare
- Bookings are essential, the bunkhouse is often booked up to a year in advance.
- All food must be brought to the island in rodent proof containers. No open containers or plastic bags please.
- If you arrive by boat, take extreme care to check for rodent stowaways. Keep poison bait stations on board.
- To prevent transferring pest plants please ensure all clothing, footwear and bags are free if soil or vegetation.
- Keep to the tracks so you don’t disturb rare plants, birds or scientific studies.
- Fires / BBQ’s are not permitted (with the exception of the BBQ at the bunkhouse).
- No dogs.
Contact:
Further enquiries about the bunkhouse:
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