Facilities
- Sleeps 7: 1 single bunk, 1 double/single bunk, 1 sofa bed
- Basic kitchen, pots, pans, crockery and cutlery supplied
- Small oven and 2 burner gas cooker
- Fridge / freezer
- Limited solar power
- Hot shower
- Flush toilet
Fees
The fees are per night for up to 4 people.
- Weekday (Sunday to Thursday): $98 per night
- Weekend (Friday and Saturday): $116 per night
- Peak (1 December – 8 February): $116 per night
Bookings
Bookings for the 2026/27 season open at 12 noon on Tuesday 12 May 2026.
- If no availability shows online for your dates, the lodge is fully booked.
- No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
- Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
- Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.
Bookings are required all year.
The bach is located in the campground at Home Bay, on the western side of the island.
No smoking. Smoking is only permitted on the beach and in the campsite.
Bach access
The key to the bach is located in a lock box by the door of the ranger's office. The access code to the lock box will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email. Return the key at the end of your stay.
Biosecurity requirements
All visitors staying on the island must complete and bring the biosecurity checklist.
- An island sanctuary for native flora and fauna.
- Nearby Māori historic site and early European settlement.
- Watch for kiwi, whitehead, grey faced petrel and NZ dotterel.
- Walking, all water sports and bird watching.
A visit to Motuora overnight will give you the chance to hear, and possibly spot, a North Island brown kiwi.
Swim in the beautiful beach, which is also safe for landing small craft.
Check you are pest-free
Check, clean, and seal your gear to ensure you don't bring pests, soil, and seeds.
Auckland information
| Phone: | +64 7 867 9080 |
| Email: | kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz |
| About: | Kauaeranga Visitor Centre provides visitor information for this area |