Great Barrier Island

Activities & Things to Do

Explore Great Barrier Island

Choose from a diverse array of Island activities

While staying at Great Barrier Lodge, there’s no shortage of activities to make your visit unforgettable. We are surrounded by abundant nature with plenty to do and see. You can choose to go fishing, surfing, snorkelling or diving, or walk a selection of walking tracks, visit the Kauri Waterfall, bath in the nearby natural hot springs, or even go kayaking. From natural wonders to outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone.

Walking Tracks

Discover nearby trails like the Kauri Falls Walk and the Aotea Track.

Natural Hot Springs

Relax and unwind in the island's natural geothermal pools.

Great Barrier Beaches

Explore Stunning beaches and the mermaid pools

Water Adventures

Go kayaking, SURFING, fishing, DIVING or take a scenic boat tour of Whangaparapara Harbour.

Wildlife Watching

Spot native birds and explore the unique biodiversity of the island.

Team-Building Activities

Plan group hikes, scavenger hunts, or yoga sessions.

Dark Sky Sanctuary

Stargaze in AOTEA’s Dark Sky Sanctuary. It is one of the darkest & clearest places to view the night sky in the world.

Relaxing Massages

Treat yourself to a soothing session with a local massage therapist.

Plan your next event with us

Corporate Retreats & Team Building

Weddings & Anniversaries

Yoga Retreats & Workshops

Family Reunions & Celebrations

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Explore the Island's great tasting Restaurants

Mulberry Grove Café & Takeaway
https://mulberrygrovestore.nz/
Shoal Bay Rd, Mulberry Grove, Tryphena. 4290-909
Thai meals, Bistro meals, takeaways, pies, cakes and rolls. Tea and Coffee
Breakfast from 8am.
Open 7 days till 7.00pm.

Pa Beach Café 
Stonewall Village, Pa Beach, Tryphena. 4290-905
Great setting and scrumptious fresh food. Comprehensive Menu and Organic Coffee.
Open 7 days per week – 8am to 4pm

The Currach Irish Pub 
https://currachirishpub.co.nz/
Stonewall Village, Pah Beach, Tryphena. 4290-211
Licensed. A la Carte & Blackboard Menus

Barrier Social Club
Medlands Rd, Tryphena. 4290-421
A la Carte & Blackboard menu. Burgers Chips & Takeaways.
Open Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Movie Night Mon 7pm.

My Fat Puku Licensed Café
https://www.myfatpuku.co.nz/
Claris Commercial Centre. 4290-811
All Day Breakfasts, Lunch, Organico Coffees, Soup of the day, Wraps, Homemade Pies, Paninis and Yummy Cake and Slices. Indoor/outdoor Dining. Licensed. Wood fired pizzas and brewed on the premises beers throughout Summer evenings.
Open 7 days.

Claris Club 
Great Barrier Island Sports & Social Club – Whangaparapara Rd. Claris. 4290-260
Takeaways ~ Dine-In. Licensed.
Open Wed, Fri & Sat. Bar open 4.00pm, Kitchen opens 5.30pm

Great Barrier Island Golf Club https://www.greatbarrierislandtourism.co.nz/golf-club/
Whangaparapara Road. Phone 4290 420
From 5.30 – 7.30pm. Dine In Thursdays and Sundays.

The Burga Shak 
Main Rd. Claris. 4290-226
Beautiful Barrier Burgers, Hot Chips, Toasted Sandwiches and more.