Bookings required
Brochures
Facilities
- Sleeps 4 in two bunks
- Basic kitchen, pots, pans, crockery and cutlery supplied
- Small oven and 2 burner gas cooker
- Fridge / freezer
- Limited solar power
- Hot shower
- Flush toilet
Fees
The fees are per night for up to 4 people.
- Weekday: $89 per night
- Weekend (Friday or Saturday night): $105 per night
- Peak (23 December – 16 January): $105 per night
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2025.
All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.
Bookings are required all year.
A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available.
The bach is located in the campground at Home Bay, on the western side of the island.
No smoking. Smoking is only permitted on the beach and in the campsite.
Bach access
The key to the bach is located in a lock box by the door of the ranger's office. The access code to the lock box will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email. Return the key at the end of your stay.
Biosecurity requirements
All visitors staying on the island must complete and bring the biosecurity checklist.
- An island sanctuary for native flora and fauna.
- Nearby Māori historic site and early European settlement.
- Watch for kiwi, whitehead, grey faced petrel and NZ dotterel.
- Walking, all water sports and bird watching.
A visit to Motuora overnight will give you the chance to hear, and possibly spot, a North Island brown kiwi.
Swim in the beautiful beach, which is also safe for landing small craft.
Check you are pest-free
Check, clean, and seal your gear to ensure you don't bring pests, soil, and seeds.
Auckland information
| Phone: | +64 7 867 9080 |
| Email: | kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz |
| About: | Kauaeranga Visitor Centre provides visitor information for this area |