Ferry to EVENT on Quarantine Islands-Letters To The Land (Port Chalmers departure)

From NZD $35.00
  • Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Dunedin, Otago
  • Product code: Letters
Port to Port Cruises and Wildlife Tours are working alongside the keepers of Quarantine Island Kamau Taurua to bring you the special event.

How often do we think about our relationship with the earth beneath our feet?

Share what whenua means to you while exploring beautiful Kamau Taurua Quarantine Island.

Writing stations will be placed around the motu. Write a letter, a poem or draw a picture, and post it to the whenua via the letterbox, or you are welcome to keep your letter to take home.

Posted letters will be on display in the Married Quarters building on the island to inspire others during the Festival. Sign your name or keep it anonymous.

Kamau Taurua Quarantine Island is a hidden gem (and a public reserve) in the Wai Ōtākou Otago Harbour. It’s always open to visitors and is a wonderful place to connect with the whenua.

Take the ferry and explore regenerating native forests and historic buildings from Ōtepoti Dunedin’s colonial quarantine period.



Please write in your booking nights if you are departing from Port Chalmers or Portobello.

Please note there may be a ladder to climb to access the island.
It's a good idea to wear sensible walking shoes.


This is a Wild Dunedin Festival event.