Rotoroa Island

There’s another world just an hour from Auckland. Our island sanctuary is just an hour from Auckland, but it feels like another world. It’s a place where curious explorers can uncover fascinating stories and beautiful beaches. Experience first hand the conservation of iconic New Zealand species. And escape to somewhere truly special for the day, or overnight. Thanks to the generosity of philanthropists, Rotoroa Island Trust was formed in 2008 with the purpose of developing Rotoroa Island as a conservation park for the people of New Zealand. The Trust signed a 99 year lease with the Salvation Army. The Rotoroa Island Trust’s vision is to care for this island sanctuary where visitors can connect with nature and come to better understand conservation, while respecting the Island’s heritage as a place of recovery and renewal through its owners, The Salvation Army. After opening to the public in 2011, Rotoroa is now a sanctuary for wildlife and home to endangered native species including kiwi, tīeke, takahē and pāteke. Just an hour by ferry from downtown Auckland, come and experience somewhere truly special for the day, or overnight.