Tiritiri Matangi Island

Auckland

Spend a day visiting the stunning Tiritiri Matangi Island - one of the most successful conservation projects in the world. Tiritiri Matangi is home to many rare native bird species and one of only two Open Scientific Reserves in New Zealand which visitors are welcome to explore. A scenic 30 minute ferry ride from Downtown Auckland with 360 Discovery will land you on this stunning little island for a day. When on the island, take a guided tour from the wharf up to the lighthouse. The tour takes about an hour and a half during which time your guide will identify the variety of birds and bird song, native trees and points of interest. Look out for the takahe, bellbird, tui and rare saddlebacks.