Top Things to do in North Island
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The 10 Best Islands in North Island, New Zealand
Discover the best top things to do in North Island, New Zealand including Hauraki Gulf, Motuora Island, Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, Rotoroa Island, Mayor Island, Motutapu Island, Tiritiri Matangi Island, Rangitoto Island, Kapiti Island, Matiu / Somes Island.
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1. Hauraki Gulf
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 363 reviews
This area comprises 47 islands, the most popular of which is Waiheke for its excellent beaches and bays.
Reviewed By raewyn2015 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
A fabulous place to explore, close to the centre of the City and a great ferry ride to Waiheke Island to enjoy the vineyards and the local Hospitality, Highly recommended
2. Motuora Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
3. Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 241 reviews
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari is a mainland ecological island surrounded by the world's longest pest-proof fence. It's located between Matamata and Waitomo in the North Island of New Zealand. At Sanctuary Mountain you can experience New Zealand the way it used to be - an ancient, vibrant pest-free forest alive with native wildlife such as birds, skinks, geckos, frogs, bats and insects. Step through the pest-proof gate into another world where ancient New Zealand forest towers majestically above well maintained walking tracks and the air is filled with birdsong.
Reviewed By crash4mark - Porirua, New Zealand
What an amazing place to see, full of bird life with all the song that goes with it. Best 2 hours spent & could so have stayed much longer. Great place
4. Rotoroa Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 117 reviews
Closed to the public for nearly 100 years, Rotoroa Island is now a sanctuary for wildlife and home to endangered native species including kiwi, tieke, takahe, pateke and skinks. Just over an hour from downtown Auckland, this beautiful and unique island warmly welcomes you to reconnect with nature. Come and see endangered species in their natural habitat, and learn about our ongoing efforts to protect them. Visit our award-winning museum and exhibition, and learn all about our fascinating history. Hiking, swimming, volunteering and fishing; on Rotoroa Island there's something for everyone.
Reviewed By 196barbl - Dunedin, New Zealand
We spent a day exploring the island and loved it. We walked to both the North Tower and then the South Tower and the views are spectacular. There is so much birdlife on the island, all you need to do it just stand and then it will appear, some of it quite close. We didn't swim, however others were and it seemed like the ideal way to cool off on a hot day. There is a fountain at the exhibition centre, that you can use to refill water bottles and their is a small kiosk that sells natural feel good icecreams on a stick, made in Nelson. You need to take all your rubbish with you and make sure that you check with the person who welcomes you from the ferry to the island about the return time as the information on fullers was incorrect and there is only one return ferry each day.
5. Mayor Island
6. Motutapu Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By SandraLatzel - Auckland, New Zealand
We had a lovely time on the island thanks to the camp's operations manager. Can highly recommend a trip over to the island,which is super close to Auckland.
7. Tiritiri Matangi Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,924 reviews
Reviewed By Escape50291134045 - Auckland, New Zealand
the trip was amazing walking up to the lighthouse to have a break and and seeing native birds fly around you is just amazing even getting to see the little blue penguins and a surprise stingray in the bay.
8. Rangitoto Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,208 reviews
This volcanic island, which last erupted 600 years ago, offers bird-watching, swimming, fishing, walking trails, colorful flora and spectacular views from the summit of its cone-shaped mountain.
Reviewed By cecorbett - Los Gatos, United States
Great hike with fantastic views! Short ferry ride from the downtown ferry terminal and then a fairly easy hike (takes about an hour) to the top. Stopped at the lava caves on the way down which were neat to see. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to get some fresh air and a nice walk in while in Auckland!
9. Kapiti Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Waynedvh - Palmerston North, New Zealand
Spent the day on Kapiti Island exploring and watching all the native birds. Did the walk upto the summit its 3.8km uphill and of course 3.8km downhill, you need a certain level of fitness to complete this. There are also 2 lower walks which are suitable for most ages, had lovely day on the island, well worth the visit.
10. Matiu / Somes Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 249 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
Reviewed By Phedder - Invercargill, New Zealand
Excellent day trip from Wellington. It is only a 20 minute trip. Once there it is a nice 75 minute or so walk around the island to see the flora and fauna as well as the history of the island. Well worth a visit.
