Motutapu, with its regenerating forest and native birdlife is a wonderful place to visit at any time of the year. You are so close to Auckland, yet it feels like a world away!

If conservation volunteering is your thing, our Weekend Volunteer Stayovers give you the chance to stay on Motutapu, enjoy this magic place AND give something back to the restoration of forest habitat.

In the cooler months you will stay in DOC - style accommodation. In summer, camp at the beautiful Home Bay. After doing some vital conservation work for 4-5 hours a day (or more if you want!) you can listen to the birds, explore, swim and relax!

We have a range of options for weeding, nursery and planting and can change our plans to suit the group's fitness and age. Although we want to get lots of good work done, we also want you to enjoy your stay on the island.

Bring your sleeping bag, food and enthusiasm, and we will provide:

• Transport to/from Rangitoto wharf
• A bed at the Whare Kaikuti (Shearers' Quarters) in dormitory style accomodation - 4 rooms with 3-5 beds in each OR
• A prime camping spot at the beautiful Home Bay campground
• Use of cooking and bathroom facilities - including hot showers!
• Any training and equipment required
• Opportunities to explore Motutapu
• Plenty of bird life - including kiwi if you are lucky

Dates for Weeding Stayovers:

• Saturday 24 - Monday 26 October (Labour Weekend ) - to be confirmed
• More dates to be released over summer

If you are interested, round up your friends, team, colleagues or whānau and get in touch by email: admin@motutapu.org.nz.

This is a great opportunity to give something back by helping with this forest restoration project, promoting its growth as a habitat for native birds and other creatures.