Tiritiri Matangi Island Trip
Imagine stepping into a real-life paradise where the air is a symphony of birdsong. Tiritiri Matangi Island is a breath of fresh air and a sanctuary like an open-air haven for nature lovers. Free from pests, this island is a vibrant tapestry of lush native bush and safe habitats. On Wednesday 21 October, my class Rm8 and I got to hit the trail and experience the magic of Tiritiri Matangi Island firsthand.
On a bright morning where the sun was a golden coin in the sky, we set off bright and early like eager explorers on an adventure. My class and Rm8 arrived at 7:30 on the bus and everyone was more excited than a kid on Christmas morning. On the bus the classes were a zoo making a whole lot of noise; some were singing, some were moving around, and some were very tired because they had to wake up early like early birds catching the worm.
Once we arrived at the ferry, everyone was like a wild zoo, screaming and shouting, but the teachers managed to pour oil on troubled waters and settled them down. Once we were calm, we had to scrub our shoes and spray them clean to ensure we didn’t bring any unwanted hitchhikers or pests onto the island. Once everyone boarded the ferry, we claimed our seats and watched the harbor glide past like a calm sheet of glass.
When we set foot on Tiritiri Matangi, the instructor took the reins and introduced our guides, dividing us into small groups so we could explore every look and cranny of the island together in our small groups.
We looked at different types of birds like the pukeko and the hihi. My favourite bird was the Hihis and the rare ones are the males.
I had a very great experience at Tiritiri Matangi Island even the classes had a very great time and I hope we can do that again.