Great Barrier Island

Great Barrier Island Essentials

Great Barrier Island is a remote, off-grid destination featuring rugged landscapes and significant conservation sites. This selection includes the Glenfern Sanctuary, a predator-free habitat for endangered species, and the historic SS Wairarapa Graves. Natural highlights range from the expansive Kaitoke Beach and its adjacent wetland swamp to the volcanic rock formations of Windy Canyon. Industrial history is preserved at the Oreville Stamping Battery and the historic kauri dams, while the Currach Irish Pub serves as a social hub in Tryphena.