Rotoroa Island Day Trip & Ferry - from Auckland Discount Tickets

Overview

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover the Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is a perfect escape from the city for the day or longer. Explore the island on foot via established walking tracks across open fields, native bush and sandy shorelines. Take your chance at spotting iconic native species free ranging across the island including kiwi, takahē and tīeke. Rotoroa Island has been predator free since 2014 and is now home to a number of native birds and wildlife free ranging across the island. Discover the unique history of the island through the award-winning museum exhibition and heritage buildings or enjoy the sheltered sandy bays and clear waters for relaxing, swimming and snorkeling. Facilities on the island include a gift shop, freshwater drinking fountain, toilets and electric barbeques.

Meeting and Pickup

Itinerary

Inclusion

Return ferry to Rotoroa Island from Auckland

In-vehicle air conditioning

75-minute cruise each way through the Hauraki Gulf

On-board restrooms

Approximately 4-5 Hours to Explore Rotoroa Island

Exclusion

Food and drinks - not available for purchase on island (can be purchased on board the ferry).

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

No food available to purchase on the Island. Food brought onto Island must be in a sealed bag/container.

Food and drinks are available to purchase on board the ferry.

Ferry takes 75-minutes each way to/from Rotoroa Island

WINTER SCHEDULE (until 23 October 2026): Wednesday - Sunday: Departs Auckland 9:15am | Departs Rotoroa 2:25pm | Arrives Auckland 4:00pm