

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Te Kohuroa Spotlighting and Night Snorkel
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Come and explore Te Kohuroa | Matheson Bay by night and discover a whole new underwater world in your local awa and moana.About this EventWhat creatures of the night are hiding in our awa and around our rocky reef? We will be exploring the many hidden treasures of Matheson Bay both above and in the water. We welcome all curious minds to discover Te Kohuroa's nightlife by either snorkelling or by going on a stream connection walk with your torch (this is known as spotlighting).For the best experience of Te Kohuroa, we recommend doing both activities!Registrations essential.This event is run in partnership with Te Kohuroa Rewilding Initiative and is funded by The Auckland Council and Foundation North.WhenFriday 30th January 2026There are two activities and two time slots to choose fromSnorkelling6.30pm to 8.15pm - Twilight snorkel8.15pm to 9.45pm - Night snorkelStream walks6.30pm to 8.15pm - Twilight stream walk8.15pm to 9.45pm - Spotlighting stream walk[Please arrive 15 mins prior to your start time to sign in at the event tent.]WhereMatheson Bay Reserve, Leigh [please meet at the end of Matheson Bay Road side of the Reserve]. Google maps linkWho may attendSnorkellingThis activity is for people with prior snorkelling experience and moderate to strong swimming ability. We love families and we hate to disappoint, but children must be 12 years and older to take part in this activity.Bring your own snorkel gear or get free hire of our mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuits. Experienced guides and advanced safety procedures will be in place throughout the evening.SpotlightingThis land-based activity is suitable for tamariki 5 years and older.We recommend bringing your own torch (our guides will have high powered torches to assist with viewing wildlife), and covered footwear such as gumboots are essential.About Te Kohuroa RewildingTe Kohuroa Rewilding is a community-led project working to restore the marine ecosystem at Matheson Bay. Our community is working with iwi, organisations and local groups to build a ground-up approach to healing Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay’s marine ecosystem through a long-term programme of voluntary restoration.Learn more about our kaupapa here: www.tekohuroarewilding.org.Diversity and inclusion statementTe Kohuroa Rewilding believes in a 'whole-community' approach to rewilding participation, and works to create pathways for people with diverse backgrounds and needs. If you require support to participate in this event, please contact our project team at tekohuroarewilding@gmail.com to discuss how we can help.Cancellation policyA no-show is a missed opportunty for someone else. If you give less than 24 hours notice that you are unable to make it, or do not show up, an invoice of $20 per person may be issued.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/835e4a20-f77e-11f0-a7b3-9f39d05c56dc-rimg-w987-h740-dc04141a-gmir.jpg Not sure about spotlighting? The short video below will give you a glimpse into our spotlighing event near Mairangi Bay last year.https://youtube.com/shorts/ch3tr3K9elA?si=9WfNlDJB-VtLE0_EDonationsYou can help Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust keep running our series of free and subsidised events by showing your support. We welcome cash or electronic koha (donations) on the day. Or send a donation via our website! We also have an awesome team of volunteers helping at events and welcome new volunteers. Please let us know if you'd like be to involved!  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/8385a840-f77e-11f0-ac63-75911b46e902-rimg-w987-h740-dc04121b-gmir.jpg More eventsThis event is part of our annual series of events. Please see the Mountain to Sea Conservation Trust's Event Listings page for more fun events in the Auckland region and beyond!
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- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, parties, sports, entertainment
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: NZD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Leigh
- **state**: AU
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Matheson Bay Reserve
- **lat**: -36.3007866
- **long**: 174.7982586
- **full address**: Matheson Bay Reserve, 69 Grand View Road, Leigh, New Zealand

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Experiencing Marine Reserves (https://allevents.in/org/experiencing-marine-reserves/22518475)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Matheson Bay Reserve, 69 Grand View Road, Leigh, New Zealand
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 NZD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Experiencing Marine Reserves
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** nonprofit, parties, sports, entertainment
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Te Kohuroa Spotlighting and Night Snorkel ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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