Explore Rangitoto Island – Hauraki Maritime Park
Please register for this tramp
Return to the site of the Tramping Club’s first trip marking the Club’s 54th anniversary.
After a 30-minute ferry trip, arriving on this iconic volcanic island we’ll start heading up on Summit track exploring native forest, Kidney Fern Glen and lava caves before reaching the summit with it’s amazing 360-degree views. Descending to Summit Road and along to Mackenzie Bay following the coastline to the tui loving Kowhai Grove which should be in full bloom, via Coastal Track back to the Ferry Terminal.
Expect to see and hear plenty of native birds in amongst the amazing variety of native trees and shrubs.
A reasonable level of fitness is required; we’ll be walking on a mix of tracks, board walks and unsealed roads. Distance approx. 20km.
Bring plenty of water and all your food and snacks for the day, camera, torch and togs if you’re keen for a late-winter swim.
Purchase your Fullers ferry tickets online www.fullers.co.nz/buy-tickets - Return Fare $43.00
Ferry departs for Rangitoto
Auckland Pier 13, Downtown Ferry Terminal - 9.15am
Devonport – 9.25am
Ferry return times:
2.30pm - Auckland only
4.00pm – Devonport and Auckland
Face masks will be required for travel on the Ferry.
It is recommended you join the boarding queue promptly as having a ticket does not always guarantee a place on a specific sailing.
Cost $43 Ferry Fare.
Organiser: Amber Gladwin, Ph 027-838-9483 (no texts please).
Non-members: Please phone the trip organiser to check suitability of the tramp.
Maps – Online/Printable/GPS - long walk
Online/Printable/GPS - short walk
See the Club website for full details about Covid Restrictions
Pease ensure all your gear is clean; read the Island’s biosecurity information here: https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/auckland/places/rangitoto-island/
