Experience this
natural sanctuary
Bush / Beaches / Native Wildlife
Visit the Island →
Plan your trip to Motuihe Island. Find ferry timetables, walking tracks, camping info, and what to bring for a day visit or overnight stay.
About the Island →
Discover the island’s rich heritage — from its Māori history and WWII naval base to the ongoing conservation work restoring native bush and wildlife.
Get Involved →
Join weekend and midweek volunteer trips to plant native trees, remove weeds, monitor wildlife, or guide visitors around the island.
Support Us →
Help fund the restoration. Donate, become a corporate sponsor, or join the Friends of Motuihe to support this community-driven conservation project.
Newsletters
Stay up to date with the latest news and updates from Motuihe Island / Te Motu-a-Ihenga. Read about our monthly volunteer trips, native wildlife sightings, restoration milestones, and upcoming events on the island.
- January 2026 Newsletter
Happy New Year everyone! Upcoming Volunteer Trips We have these midweek group trips coming up, travelling by Dreamweaver from Pier Z:Thursday 12 MarchFriday 27 MarchIf you are a group interested in joining one of these trips (or another date), please email Simon on volunteermotuihe@gmail.com We have these volunteer trips coming up,… Read more: January 2026 Newsletter - December 2025 Newsletter
December 2025 Newsletter (Edition 110) A big thank you to the thousands of volunteers who have volunteered on Motuihe over the past year. The project would not be successful without the ongoing support from our teams and our supporters – thank you all so much.We hope to see you back on the… Read more: December 2025 Newsletter - November 2025 Newsletter
Cover Photo: Acknowledgement to Photo competition prize winner: David Waters Upcoming Volunteer Trips We have these midweek volunteer trips coming up, travelling by Dreamweaver from Pier Z:Friday 5 December 25Friday 12 December 25If you are a group interested in joining one of these trips (or another date), please email… Read more: November 2025 Newsletter
Experience… Explore
Experience an island which has been transformed from farmland to a home for kiwis, tuatara, geckos and endangered native birds.
Motuihe Island has beautiful native plants, birds and lizards, significant historic sites and fantastic recreation opportunities.
Video acknowledgement: Department of Conservation
Our Sponsors
Appreciation and recognition to our sponsors for their vision and support to Motuihe Island / Te Motu-a-Ihenga
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