Who owns Great Barrier Airlines?
Barrier Air is a 100% New Zealand owned and operated airline operating scheduled passenger and freight services from Auckland, North Shore and Great Barrier Island.
How long does it take to get to Great Barrier Island?
approximately 4.5 hours
Getting to Great Barrier Island with SeaLink Sailings take approximately 4.5 hours to get to Tryphena, the Southernmost port of Great Barrier island. The time passes quickly as there is plenty to see in the way of stunning scenery, birdlife and marine life… whales, orca and dolphins are often sighted.
Do you need a car on Great Barrier Island?
As it operates during the day, it is not suitable to get to your Dark Sky Experience. Fortunately there are other options to get to your stargazing experience at Medlands Beach. We recommend renting a car. A rental car will not only take you to your stargazing experience, but to the rest of the island as well.
Can you fly to Great Barrier Island?
Fly to Great Barrier Island from Whitianga & Tauranga Sunair Aviation provide a scheduled flight service to Great Barrier Island every day from Whitianga and Tauranga. You can book on-line below or call our friendly staff now on 0800 997 222.
Is there cell phone coverage on Great Barrier Island?
There is Broadband internet from Tryphena to Claris, and free Wi-Fi at the Claris Library and store. We can’t offer you island wide cell phone coverage (yet), although you can get reception in parts of Tryphena, Medlands, Claris, Okupu, Okiwi and Port Fitzroy.
Is there Internet on Great Barrier Island?
Is there cell phone coverage on Great Barrier?
Mobile availability: Mobile coverage on Aotea Great Barrier is highly variable, ranging from high-quality 4G services in locations such as Okupu and Claris to no coverage at all in communities such as Motairehe/ Kawa in the north.
Can you stay on Great Barrier Island?
The holiday accommodation available on Great Barrier Island ranges from private and public campgrounds, and boutique bed and breakfast home-stays through to beautiful private beach houses and bush hide-aways.
Can you visit Little Barrier island?
Te Hauturu-o-Toi can only be visited with a permit. Permits are issued for research, education, cultural or management purposes.
Is there WIFI on Great Barrier Island?
Is there cell phone reception on Great Barrier island?
Is there WIFI on Great Barrier?
Which airlines fly between Auckland and Kaitaia?
Additionally, Barrier Air is the only airline offering scheduled flight services between Auckland and Kaitaia. Barrier Air also offers competitive charter services throughout New Zealand. You can see the live status of flights arriving to and departing from Auckland here. Got a question?
Why Kaitaia is the gateway to the far north?
The Gateway to the Far North, Kaitaia is the last major settlement heading North on State Highway One. Kaitaia is 310km North of Auckland, located at the base of the Aupouri Peninsula. Kaitaia is the perfect place to begin exploring Northland and all it has to offer.
What is the baggage policy for Great Barrier Airlines?
Luggage Policy. Every Barrier Air fare includes 7kg of permitted Carry-on Baggage. Each Premium, Economy and Seat + Bag ticket includes 18 Kg checked-in baggage (Great Barrier Island flights), or 23 Kg checked-in baggage (Kaitaia flights) – excess baggage fees applicable.
What is Kaitaia famous for?
The name Kaitaia means ample food, kai being the Māori word for food. Whether you book a fishing charter, visit the region’s vineyards or enjoy some of the other local cuisine on offer, you will not be disappointed. For a great kiwi favourite, stop by the Mangōnui fish and chip shop for best fish and chips around.
