Location: Motuihe Island
Availability: Mid week on booking through Volunteering Auckland. Trips use a private charter vessel (there is a return fee of $45pp).
Team size: 10 - 60

Description:

Motuihe Island is an island paradise situated in the Hauraki Gulf, only 30 minutes ferry trip from Auckland's CBD. This charity is committed to the transformation of the island from farmland to the restoration of a unique ecological environment where native birds can be seen in their natural habitat, close to the white sandy beaches. Motuihe Island now thrives with native New Zealand flora and fauna; home to the spotted kiwi, saddleback, kakariki, dotterel, Duavacel's gecko, tuatara and other rare and endangered species.

Teams coming to Motuihe Island will spend the day helping with conservation activities which maintain the habitat. Tasks include tree planting, weeding, nursery activities such as potting plants, seed collection and general conservation maintenance and activities. The volunteer coordinators are very knowledgeable and teams gain an insight into the ongoing work which has returned New Zealand’s unique flora and fauna to the island.

By participating in this volunteering opportunity you are helping achieve the following United Nations Sustainability Goals ;

Goal 4 - Quality education
Goal 6 - Clean water and sanitation
Goal 11 - Sustainable cities and communities
Goal 15 - Life on land