Great Barrier Island is a peaceful and relaxed paradise catering for those who enjoy nature, white sandy beaches and an unhurried island lifestyle. Situated 90 km (55 miles) from Auckland, Great Barrier Island is the furthermost island in the Hauraki Gulf, and the largest measuring over 40 km (25 miles) in length. Tryphena is the southernmost settlement, and the terminus for 65 km (40 miles) of roads which connect the different villages. Over half Great Barrier Island is administered by the DOC as a recreational park. You can find more information on Great Barrier Island by visiting the guide to travel on Great Barrier Island which includes tourist information for visitor holiday accommodation, scenic bus tours, car & kayak rentals, fishing charters, lodges, cottages and backpackers: Great Barrier Island Web Directory Search New Zealand web sites. Kiwi Web Directory includes NZ travel, tourism guides, tours, attractions, activities and accommodation websites in NZ, and provides free links to quality New Zealand websites. Accommodation Activities Animals & Pets Arts & Culture Attractions Building & Construction Business & Services Car & Automobile Computers & Internet Education Entertainment Farm, Fish & Forestry Finance Government Health & Fitness Home & Garden Jobs & Employment Kids & Teens Music News & Media Real Estate Recreation & Sports Restaurants & Bars Shopping Tourism Guides Tours Travel Weather Web Hosting Website Designers Wine & Vinyards