DISCOVER
Hauraki Gulf & Islands
Tīkapa Moana me ōna Motu Rotoroa – an island of restoration © Rotoroa Island Trust
Swim. Eat. Bathe. Repeat. The pristine waters between Auckland and the Coromandel Peninsula are better known as the Hauraki Gulf. As New Zealand’s largest marine reserve, live the islandlifestyle on six accessible motu. Between Auckland and the Coromandel Peninsula, over 50 droplets of land sprinkle the sapphire waters of the Hauraki Gulf. Most are uninhabited, others boast populations of 7000 plus; a few are just minutes from downtown Auckland, while others require private yachts and meticulous planning. One thing’s for certain, whether they’re little or large, for conservation or recreation, every island is beautiful – and beautifully unique to Auckland.
PEST FREE
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Hauraki Gulf & Islands map p94
Many of Hauraki Gulf’s islands are free of pests. Help by checking your gear for pests, cleaning footwear of soil and seeds and sealing your bags, in case of stowaway rodents or insects.
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SUMMER AUCKLAND – FREE OFFICIAL GUIDE
