Motuora Snorkel Day

Come join Experiencing Marine Reserves for our first Motuora Snorkel Day.

November 30, 2023
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Snorkel and explore the Island with a subsidised ferry ticket!

Ever wondered what lives under the water at Motuora Island in the Hauraki Gulf/Tikapa Moana/Te Moananui ā toi? Join Experiencing Marine Reserves for a snorkel with our experienced guides and get FREE mask, snorkel, fins & wetsuit hire. Ferry tickets are $25 each + a booking fee. Safe fun for the whole whānau!
See schools or sweep and parore, red moki, snapper, spotties and more!

When: Saturday 2nd December 2023
Ferry leaves from Sandspit at 9.00am. You need to arrive at the Sandspit Wharf building by 8:30am at the latest.

What: Snorkelling at Little Prince Bay (weather dependent), walks around the pest free island and BYO picnic lunch on the beach!

Where: Motuora Island, ferry is departing from Sandspit Wharf.
Parking: Paid parking is available at Sandspit Wharf

What to bring: Togs, towel, sunhat, warm clothes, raincoat, water bottles, walking shoes, a picnic lunch.

Suitable for children aged 8 and above. However please note it is a long day. Reasonable level of fitness is require as there is a 30min walk to the snorkel site with some steep hills.

This event is sponsored by The Bobby Stafford-Bush Foundation, and Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa. It is run with the assistance of the Department of Conservation.

Please note that the ferry ticket is non-refundable - and the trip will run rain or shine! Our snorkel location will be Little Princes Bay or Home beach – Dependent on the weather.

If you are late and miss the ferry unfortunately there are no refunds. Please make sure to read the information sheet linked below before registering.
Information sheet

Click here to register

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I started scuba diving in 1988. I have always been passionate about marine conservation and underwater photography.

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