Tiritiri Matangi Scientific Reserve - Tiritiri Matangi Scientific Reserve

Amazing day. Ian the guide is an absolute font of knowledge and super friendly. Definitely a must do

A bird and song paradise, with wonderful and knowledgeable guides. Stunning views and birds which can't be seen or heard on the mainland. The tracks are well maintained and comfortable working for most. It is most definitely worth a visit.

A beautiful trailing island to spot oyster catchers, fantails, north island robins, chirpy hihis and melodious bellbirds, one very plump New Zealand pigeon, sleek black tuis and if it is a lucky day, a pair of sleeping moreporks nestled under ferns... with thanks to John for being a wonderful friend to us along the way

A great predator free offshore island reserve for observing a range of native sea and bush birds alongside some native insects, geckos, skinks, and tuatara. The island has great walks through bush and along the wetland part of the island. I enjoyed taking a full loop of the island, but if you choose to do the same watch the time so that you don't miss the ferry. I would recommend printing off a map from the DOC website of the tracks, for following the tracks, in case none are present on the ferry. Watch out for sign posts directing you to locations on the island with the same names as some of the tracks, and if you get confused pull up Google maps with your location turned on to compare with your printed map. At the top of the island to the east there's the visitor centre and lighthouse which has some benches and picnic tables which are great for having a snack or lunch. A few tracks will lead here alongside the main road, which can be accessed from the other tracks through several short link tracks. Some of the birds found here are seasonal visitors while others remain on the island year round, however, the ease of observing them will still differ so make sure to do some research before you choose to come. Some of the birds unique to the island compared to the mainland Auckland region include North Island kōkako, tīeke, takahē, North Island robin, hihi, and korimako. Several species of wētā are found on the island including wētāpunga the largest insect species in the world, which can only be found on Little Barrier Island, Motuora Island, and Tiritiri Matangi after their near extinction. Finally, there are several native plants now established across the island after replanting efforts by volunteers, with the remaining grass areas being purposefully kept as habitat for takahē. Overall I found the wildlife great, the walks fun, and had a great day.

It's amazing. Great ferry trip, leisurely walk with a a tour guide pointing out the fauna and flora then a swim at the beach and the trip home. There are no food shops on the island so bring your lunch.

A fabulous day out, even on a damp day, great to see birdlife flourish when predator free. Loads of birds in plenty of native bush with some great rugged coastline.

A beautiful island, great wildlife, nice people. Will be coming again. Recommend coming on a nice and sunny day for good photographs.

An absolutely amazing island with so much incredible bird life - we ended up spotting almost 30 different species in our time there. The birdsong was insane, and the feeding stations allowed you to get so close to the korimako and hihi. Definitely recommend staying overnight in the DOC bunkhouse and experiencing the full day there. There are so many wonderful tracks to walk around the island. We went out at night to look for kiwi but didn’t have much luck - spotted a pateke though!