Rotoroa Island Day Trip Return – 1 Child (5-15 years)

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Rotoroa Island Day Trip Return – 1 Child  (5 – 15 years) – Step ashore on this special island sanctuary and discover its unique history and conservation stories. Discover beautiful beaches, endless views and native wildlife just an hour from Auckland. Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is perfect for a summer escape from the city for the day or longer. 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. Enjoy quiet sandy beaches for picnics and swimming and take in the views from Waiheke to Coromandel. There really is something here for everyone. Highlights: Enjoy an 75 minute cruise each way through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, to Rotoroa Island Discover the unique history of the island through the award-winning muesum exhibition and heritage buildings around the island Explore the island on foot via established walking tracks across open fields, native bush and sandy shorelines A 90 minute guided nature walk is available to book with one of the islands' knowledgeable and passionate rangers. These can be pre-booked when booking your trip ( Guided walk cost is an extra cost)) Spot iconic native species free ranging across the island including kiwi, takah? and t?eke Enjoy the sheltered sandy bays and clear waters for relaxing, swimming and snorkelling. Facilities on the island include a gift shop (open 90 minutes prior to the ferry departing the island), freshwater drinking fountain, toilets and electric barbeques There is no café so please pack your own snacks and lunch to take with you or purchase from onboard our vessel New schedule from 29th October: SUMMER SCHEDULE (available until April 2025) Wednesday – Friday (operating Monday to Friday from 1 December 2024) Departs Auckland: 9:15am  |  Arrives Rotoroa Island: 10:40am Departs Rotoroa Island: 2:35pm | Arrives Auckland: 4:00pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays Departs Auckland: 8:30am & 11:30am  |  Arrives Rotoroa Island: 10:15am & 12:55pm Departs Rotoroa Island: 2:40pm & 5:40pm | Arrives Auckland: 4:05pm & 7:05pm Duration: 85 minutes each way