Rotoroa Island Day Trip & Ferry - from Auckland

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Rotoroa Island Day Trip & Ferry - from Auckland
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.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Return ferry to Rotoroa Island from Auckland
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
  • 75-minute cruise each way through the Hauraki Gulf
  • RESTROOM_ON_BOARD
  • Approximately 4-5 Hours to Explore Rotoroa Island

What's not included

  • Food and drinks - not available for purchase on island (can be purchased on board the ferry).
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. 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. With a unique history as a rehabilitation centre you will uncover the history of Rotoroa through the award-winning museum and exhibition and historic buildings. Enjoy quiet sandy beaches for picnics and swimming and take in the views from Waiheke to Coromandel. There really is something here for everyone. (4h 0min)
  2. Travel through the Hauraki Gulf to and from Rotoroa Island.

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Please check in at the Explore Booking Kiosk (diagonally opposite the Maritime Museum) at least 15 minutes prior to departure.
End point
Please check in at the Explore Booking Kiosk (diagonally opposite the Maritime Museum) at least 15 minutes prior to departure.

Practical information

Operated by
Explore Group Limited
Max group size
100 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

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

Important notes

  • 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

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 7 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.