Matiu Somes Eco Trek
4 h
About this activity
Once a traditional pa site of Te Whanganui-a-Tara Maori, the island became a quarantine station, an internment camp, and a military defence position, it now seeks to protect and preserve New Zealand native flora and fauna.
On the Island you guide will escort you as you circle the island on foot. Somes is now home to rare native birds including North Island robins, fluttering shearwaters and kakariki, a colony of little blue penguins and 6 species of native reptiles including the mysterious tuatara. Your guide will bring the history alive and help you find these shy wild creatures.
Please note you will be asked to open and empty all bags etc for pest control purposes. Anything we take to the island we must also remove.
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On the Island you guide will escort you as you circle the island on foot. Somes is now home to rare native birds including North Island robins, fluttering shearwaters and kakariki, a colony of little blue penguins and 6 species of native reptiles including the mysterious tuatara. Your guide will bring the history alive and help you find these shy wild creatures.
Please note you will be asked to open and empty all bags etc for pest control purposes. Anything we take to the island we must also remove.
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- National Park fees
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Tour escort/host
Not included
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Sport
70%
Tourism
65%
Cultural
35%
Original
30%
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