Useful Information
How to find us
By sea: there are 2 ferries which come to the island — Sealink and Fullers.
A transfer from the wharf can be arranged with Great Barrier Travel or Great Barrier Island Tours.
By air: there are 2 companies which fly to the island — Fly My Sky and Great Barrier Air.
To get to Manuka Lodge in Tryphena a transfer can be arranged with Great Barrier Buses (Phone +64 9 429 0062).
There are other tours and transport around the island. A good overview can be found at Great Barrier Island Tourism's web site.
What to bring... or not!
- Manuka Lodge provides all linen, towels, cooking necessities and complimentary tea and coffee — max out your weight allowance with basic food items, so your expenses are limited to fresh veg and meat.
- Manuka Lodge has a book exchange so you don't have to use too much of your weight allowance on reading material.
- Great Barrier Island is all about the simple life. Manuka Lodge has electricity, but you can save luggage space by leaving at home all those electrical items such as hair driers and Playstation!
- Do remember to pack your camera, though — and extra film if it's not digital.
- Don't forget your sunblock, and bring any special medications you may need. There is a pharmacy on the island, but unusual items have to be ordered in.
- Cash to pay your way.
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