Located on a 25-hectare (62-acre) sand bar that stretches out into the Tamaki Estuary, Tahuna Torea Nature Reserve is a beautiful nature reserve and wetland habitat. The area is steeped in Maori history, and it is also an excellent place to view a variety of native birds.
Birdwatchers are advised to familiarize themselves with the tides; the best time to see wading birds is between full-tide and half-tide from November to March. There are three main trails in the reserve, which can be walked separately or combined into a single route. It takes approximately 90 minutes to walk around the entire area.
Tahuna Torea Nature Reserve, Riddell Road, Glen Innes, Auckland 1071, Phone: 9-301-0101