Explore Rotoroa Island

  • Duration
    75mins from Auckland CBD
  • Category
    Ferry
  • Location
    Auckland
  • Operating Season
    All Year
  • Price
    $110
    Adult
    $55
    Child

Explore Rotoroa Island

Rotoroa Island is the perfect island escape - just a short cruise from the city - it showcases the natural beauty and rich history of the Hauraki Gulf. Explore this beautiful island easily via established tracks and coastal paths that take in relics from the island’s past, sculptural installations and expansive views across the Gulf.

Managed by Rotoroa Island Trust the island has been predator free since 2014 and is now home to a number of relocated native birds and wildlife free ranging across the island which you can spot just as easily in the native bush as the open fields and shorelines. 

Rotoroa's best kept secret is the sheltered sandy beaches perfect for a swim or picnic after your walk.

Highlights:

  • Scenic cruise each way through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, to Rotoroa Island onboard our premium cruise fleet
  • Book a 90 minute guided walk with one of the island rangers to learn more about the conservation programme and reintroduction of species. Additional cost applies - find out more HERE.
  • Explore the island on foot via established walking tracks across open fields, native bush and sandy shorelines - download map HERE
  • Discover the unique history of the island through the award-winning museum exhibition and heritage buildings around the island
  • Spot iconic native species free ranging across the island including takahe, pāteke and more
  • Enjoy the sheltered sandy bays and clear waters with a swim or a picnic - BBQ facilities available 
  • 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
  • Overnight Accommodation is available on the island for those who wish to stay a bit longer, this can booked direct at rotoroa.org.nz
Rotoroa Island Ferry
Price
$110 Adult
Adult 16 years and over
$55 Child
Child 5 - 15 years | Under 5 years travel free

Summer Timetable | 27 October 2025 - 1 May 2026

Monday - Friday 

Depart Auckland Viaduct Arrive Rotoroa Depart Rotoroa Arrive Auckland Viaduct
09:15am 10:30am 14:25pm 16:00pm
4:45pm* 18:00pm*    

*Operates Fridays only

Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays

Depart Auckland Viaduct Arrive Rotoroa Depart Rotoroa Arrive Auckland Viaduct
09:30am 10:45am    
11:30am 12:45pm 14:55pm 16:10pm
    17:50pm  19:05pm

Important Information

Department of Conservation Approved