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Motuihe Island Campsite

Motuihe Island Campsite is a Department of Conservation (DOC) standard campsite located on Motuihe Island in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, a short boat ride from Auckland.

The campsite sits on a headland near a sandy, sheltered beach, just a few minutes' walk from Motuihe Wharf — follow the path to the right of the toilet block after coming off the wharf.

The site is tent-only with no powered sites, meaning campervans cannot access it. Access to the island is by boat or, for experienced paddlers, a roughly three-hour kayak trip. Once on the island there is no transport, so campers must carry their own gear.

Advance bookings are essential and can be made through the DOC website. The pest-free island is home to kiwi, kākāriki, saddleback, and shore skink, and offers walking tracks to explore the reserve.


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