1. Port Overview

  1. Roberton (Motuarohia) Island

  3. Roberton Island is located in the Bay of Islands, an area in the Northland Region of the North Island of New Zealand. Located 60 km north-west of Whangarei, it is close to the northern tip of the country.

    Roberton Island is steeped in Maori history, boasting a number of archaeological sites. There are steep coastal cliffs, extensive stands of maritime pines and two glorious lagoons.

    Things to see and do

    * Bird watching
    * Marine life
    * Coastal scenery
    * Hiking

    Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
    Currency – NZ Dollar (NZ$)
    Language – English & Maori
    Land Area – 2.2 km²
    Population – 0
    Electricity – 2 angled pins and 1 flat pin centred below Australian style
    Time – GMT plus twelve hours
    International Country Telephone Code – + 64

    Port Location – There is no landing on the Roberton island. Access is via wet landing.

    Transport Links – The Bay of Islands is accessible by plane from Auckland to Kerikeri Airport (40 mins from Paihia. Roberton Island is then accessible by boat from Opua.