October 2, 2010 9:45 AM - 16 attended
Matiu/Somes Island - day trip
A day trip to Matiu/Somes Island in the middle of Wellington Harbour.
We will take the 10 am Dominion Post Ferry (~$22 return) from Queens Wharf for a scenic ride to the island, then walk around its footpaths with the chance to see tuatara, kerikeri and other rare native wildlife.
Scenic views of the harbour, an old lighthouse, historic gun emplacements, and a "self-guided tour" through the old quarantine station will keep us "entertained" for a few hours.
Bring a picnic and your camera!
Depending on weather and how everyone feels, return times back to Queens Wharf can be 1:40, 3:10, or 4:25. There are ferry return options to Petone, Seatoun, or Days Bay.
See http://www.eastbywest... for details on the ferry schedule.
Find out more about Matiu Island under http://www.doc.govt.n...
Or watch the DOC's trailer: http://www.doc.govt.n...
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Jan Damm
Sure, this would be a great trip for kids, the walks aren't strenuous, and there's enough to see to keep them busy. :-)
Posted August 21, 2010 at 9:40 PM -
A former member
Hi just to let everyone know just today you can buy half price tickets through grab one wellington. Return tickets for $12
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Expires Nov 30, 2010
Limit:4 for you and 4 gifts for others
Open same-day return ticket between Day's Bay, Eastbourne & Queen's Wharf.Limit 4 per person. Valid for sailings 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, & all day weekends. May be upgraded to a day return ticket to Matiu Somes Island for just $2 extra person when ticket is redeemed on the day. www.grabone.co.nz/wellingtonPosted August 23, 2010 at 4:08 PM -
A former member
Can't wait to take the ferry, finally.
Posted September 26, 2010 at 6:48 PM -
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Lisa
I think there is a voucher in the Entertainment Book for a buy one get one free on the ferry
Posted September 27, 2010 at 9:40 AM -
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Dolly VillacorteWhat a wonderful summery day it was! An easy fun hike. Jan did his research well and kept us entertained with tales of the island. He'll do well as a tour guide in case he gets tired of his day job. Thanks to the 'models' for the candid shots! You made my day ;)
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NatalieReally enjoyed the walk around the island. Thank you so much to Jan for organising it and to Jan and Dolly for the photos.
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I'd love this, have been a couple of times, once with a volunteer group from work 2 1/2 years ago where we got to tour the quarantine station - it wasn't open to the public then. I got to hold a Giant Cook Strait Weta (well, it crawled quite quickly up my arm!). Would bringing children be OK?