Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Check your gear and help keep islands Hauraki Gulf pest-free.Protect our wildlife

Check - your gear for pests such as rodents and insects

Clean - footwear and gear, removing soil and seeds

Seal - ensure your gear is zipped up (no open bags)

Check your gear for pests

Before you leave the mainland, check and clean your gear.

Check that your gear is free of rats, mice, ants and skinks - especially camping gear which has ideal places for them to hide when stored.

Take extra care to clean gear if you have Argentine ants or plague skinks where you live.

Clean clothing, footwear and camping gear, removing soil and seeds before and after each trip.

Look out for cleaning stations at the pier and scrub your shoes before boarding.

Do not bring your pets.

Pack properly

Pack food in sealed containers to avoid attracting rodents.

No open bags or supermarket bags.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.