Visit the Island by ferry, boat or kayak. We also organise a boat for our events. Contact us to book.
Visit For updates on what is coming up, see our events page, sign up to our newsletter or follow our socials.
Events Visit the Island on a Welcome Day. Relax or volunteer and be part of the Community’s vision.
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Travel across the water to explore lush regenerating native forest, encounter Otago’s distinctive wildlife, and enjoy stunning views. Rich in history, QIKT is thought to be a key gathering spot for Southern Māori and was a haven for early European settlers. It is a public recreation reserve and historic area, and lies within the takiwa of Te Runaka ō Otakou.
Grab a self-guided map available on the Island to explore our ecological and historic trails. You or a group can visit for day trips or stay overnight in the Lodge. Bring the family for a getaway holiday in the heart of Otago Harbour. Team building, hui, retreats, and school visits welcomed. Come experience its beauty and heritage!
There are numerous ways you can contribute to the care of the Island. Volunteering opportunities that give back to nature include planting and nurturing native seedlings, monitoring predators and biodiversity, and controlling invasive weeds. Participating in building projects and maintenance, and helping with communications are also ways you can help.
If you have a particular skill or area of expertise, we’d love to hear from you. Your involvement helps preserve and enhance the Island’s natural beauty and ecological health and it’s unique heritage.
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You can relax and connect with nature while enjoying this special place. Bring your camera to capture the stunning panoramas, or embark on a self-guided walk to retrace history and learn about native flora. Discover the Island’s unique geology and explore the rocky shore at low tide, taking the opportunity to pick up any rubbish that has washed up to help protect local wildlife.
Additionally, if you’re interested in hosting your own event, you can hire our facilities to create a memorable experience amidst this beautiful setting.
A membership is a wonderful way to support and care for Kamautaurua/ Quarantine Island. The Island’s historic buildings and jetty, native plantings, biodiversity monitoring and pest control are completely funded by grants, philanthropic donations and memberships.
Thank you in advance for your mahi, donation or becoming a QI/KTC member. Projects succeed because of the support we receive from grants, and from you!
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