There is a lot of information here - please read!
Once again we are asked to do a bio security check list.
Please read and ensure your gear complies. Only one list is required for the group (still remains to be seen if they collect it!!!!)
http://rotoroa.org.nz/media/34711/biosecurity%20checklist%20for%20accommodation.pdf
On arrival at the wharf once we have completed the formalities put your main bag in the trailer and the ranger will take this to the bunkhouse. Note check out on Monday is 9.00am. We must have cleaned the house and vacated by this time or there will be an additional charge. Our main bags can be stored for the day however you will NOT have access to it during the day on Monday so you need to prepare a day pack with everything you may want on Monday. (Last time we were fortunate enough that no one was booked to arrive on our departure day and were able to use the house for the day however this time part of the house is booked so we may or may not have this bonus again).
Things to know
Good Cell phone coverage - don't forget your charger (not sure how many electrical outlets there are).
What to bring
There is no linen – bring your own towel, sleeping bag, sheet (if you wish) and pillowcase.
Swimming togs, towel, warm/cool clothes etc
Sunscreen & Insect repellant
Torch or head lamp (red cellophane or cover too if you have and want to go kiwi spotting at night).
Camera & binoculars
Food: Minimum
4 lunches,
3 breakfasts
Snacks
Dinners
Friday - Bring your own dinner for Friday.
For Sat and Sun how about we do shared dinner (bring your own protein for the BBQ or otherwise if you wish) and we can do shared starters, salads and desserts? If people want to do this I will do a schedule so everything gets covered?
(If you would prefer not to do the share thing no problem please just let me know). We have Gluten Free - Rebecca W and Vege - Richard any other dietary requirements?
Please post a comment or send me a message whether you prefer to do your own thing or share and then we can work out how many need to bring bread, salads, desserts.
(it is recommended you bring an extra days worth of food just in case the weather closes in and we can not get off the island)
Feel free to bring drinks - please bear in mind room in the fridge may be limited (there are only 2 x domestic fridge/freezers) There were plenty of wine glasses etc last time.
Bunkhouse facilities
• 2 x Domestic ovens + microwave oven • Two dishwashers • Two fridge/freezers • All cutlery, crockery, utensils, plates, glasses etc • Saucepans, Frying pans, Roasting dishes and large stock pots • Dishwashing liquid, dish cloths and dish brushes • Tea towels • Drinking water (filtered) • 2 x Webber BBQ's • Basic provisions: tea, coffee (instant), sugar and cooking oil. There are coffee plungers but you need to bring your own coffee.
Bathrooms are shared facilities, including bathmats.
1 Bathroom: 2 x showers, 2 x basins, 1 x WC
1 Bathroom: 2 x showers, 2 x basins
3 x separate WC’s plus basin
Ferry:
Book your own tickets. Explore group run the ferry to Rotoroa. This has been a mission so far but I think they now have their act together!
You should now be able to book a different date return although when I last checked only the 9.30am over can be booked online or you can book over the phone - should be easier than my drama was!
Fri 18 April has 2 departures - 9.30 and 11.30am. I have booked the 9.30am but you can book either - just let me know so I know who we are looking out for at each ferry please.
Mon 21 April only has 1 return at 5.40pm, arriving AKL 7.15pm.
If booking online add AutumnAKL in the promo code on the last screen for 25% off. If booking over the phone tell them if they are telling you the price is $95 - it should $72.25!
You can book a guided tour for $15 if you wish. I haven't booked this as I have done it before.
Below are some links for more information:
http://rotoroa.org.nz/
http://rotoroa.org.nz/about-us.aspx
http://rotoroa.org.nz/what's-on.aspx
For anyone that hasn't looked at this already -
http://rotoroa.org.nz/accommodation/the-superintendent's-house.aspx
http://rotoroa.org.nz/media/40604/faqs%20on%20the%20superintendents%20house%202015.pdf
Let me know if you have any questions.
Meet at the EXPLORE Ferry Kiosk on Eastern Viaduct past Danny Doolans and the Maritime Museum if coming from Britomart.
