Experience this natural
sanctuary

Bush/Beaches/Native Wildlife

Our Presentation Evening at the end of February was enjoyed by everyone who attended.  It was amazing to hear about the depth and breadth of projects that are taking place on Motuihe.

For those who were not able to make the night, some of the presentations are available to view:

 

Titipounamu - Rifleman - Donations welcomed for this upcoming translocation

 

Plan Your Visit

Motuihe Island can be accessed via corporate conservation volunteer trips on Dreamweaver, The Red Boat ferryAuckland Sea Shuttles, or private vessel

 

Important information for Island Visitors:  

*Dogs are not permitted on Motuihe Island

*Reporting H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Information

*Biosecurity - 'Keep Motuihe Island Pest Free'

Get Involved

Get Involved

Outdoor Experiences

Outdoor Experiences

Great for kids

Great for kids

  • Five sandy, safe beaches
  • Easy bush walks but not pushchair friendly
  • Camping
  • Locating rare native birds, geckos, skinks and tuataras
  • Help with hands on experience with native plants

 

Experience... Explore

Experience an island which has been transformed from farmland to a home for kiwis, tuatara, geckos and endangered native birds.

Motuihe Island has beautiful native plants, birds and lizards, significant historic sites and fantastic recreation opportunities.

Video Acknowledgement: Department of Conservation

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Blog

The latest news and views on Motuihe Island / Te Motu-a-Ihenga

February 2025 Newsletter

February 2025 Newsletter

Fluttering shearwater project receives important funding

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January 2025 Newsletter

January 2025 Newsletter

A busy start to 2025

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December 2024 Newsletter

December 2024 Newsletter

That's a wrap for 2024. What a phenomenal year it has been for Motuihe restoration.

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Our Sponsors

Appreciation and recognition to our sponsors for their vision and support to Motuihe Island / Te Motu-a-Ihenga