Aotea, Great Barrier Island ~ A World of its Own

NEWSFLASH !! ~ NEWSFLASH !!
We've had a recent cancellation and this Easter package is up for grabs...
Reduced to $550 per person...
2 return flights from Auckland, 2 nights at The Boathouse and 3 days car rental !

It's crazy, but it's true... A scenic 30 minute flight is all it takes to transport yourself back in time to a very special and unique part of New Zealand. Authentic and natural, best describes Aotea. The land and the people...

To visit Great Barrier Island is to experience life off the grid, under the radar and on the edge... it really is a world of its own!
For more information on what to expect, click here...

We've got all the info on how to get here, where to stay & what to do. Take a look around our website, you'll find everything you need... You can book on-line or if you'd prefer a personalised service, give our friendly team a call now.
Our information and booking service is yours to use, for free! In fact we'll save you money & time, and ensure you get exactly what you're looking for. We're here to help...

On the 19th August 2017, Great Barrier Island celebrated becoming the world's 3rd Dark Sky Sanctuary...
At a time in humanity's history when one third of the earths population, & eighty per cent of Americans have never seen the Milky Way, Gt Barrier Island is taking it's new responsibility to protect it's amazing night skies seriously.
Resident Dark Sky ambassadors are now offering visitors the opportunity to experience the heavens above with the launching of their new initiative, 'Good Heavens Dark Sky Experiences'. Armed with quality telescopes, binoculars, blankets, bean-bags & information, they'll come directly to your accommodation or preferred viewing location and introduce you to our amazing dark skies.
For tour bookings and information click here...

In the News

Great Barrier’s ‘Must-Do’ Summer Experience- Welcome Aboard... The West Coast Sightseeing Tour with Lunch is our most popular option for families and couples to experience a really beautiful part of the Barrier from a whole new perspective.

You can help fight Kauri Dieback- There is no cure for Kauri dieback, and the disease kills most if not all the Kauri it infects. But our beautiful Kauri can be saved – with the help of people like you.

Aotea Track officially re-opened…- It's official - again! Hiking enthusiasts can once again enjoy Great Barrier Island's incredible 3 day hiking experience... The Aotea Track.

Need some assistance?

Our help desk is open every day from 8am till late.
You can email us here...
or call now - 0800 997 222

Come, See, Experience

There’s plenty to do here.
For many visitors, exploring the island is the most popular pastime. We always say that no visit is complete without a dip in the natural Kaitoke hot springs or a clamber up to the top of the Windy Canyon.
You'll find awesome art galleries, potteries & museums to visit – beautiful white sand ocean beaches, fantastic bush walks, some great dine out options and a huge range of activities to enjoy...