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No. of tent sites:
15 non-powered/tent sites
Alerts:
NZ Defence Force training exercise on Ōtamahua/Quail Island
A NZ Defence Force training exercise is being carried out in Lyttelton Harbour at the end of September. 2026. The NZDF may be on Ōtamahua/Quail Island from 29 September - 3 October during daylight hours and overnight 1-2 October.
First published on 14 September 2026.
Ōtamahua/Quail Island reduced ferry services
There are no ferry services to the island Monday to Wednesday until 26 September 2026.
First published on 22 June 2026. Last reviewed on 31 July 2026.
Fees Link:
View Current Fees
Description:
This campsite is one of two waterside campsites on Ōtamahua/Quail Island.
Pet Policy:
No dogs.
Last Update:
18/09/2026
Access to Campsite:
By boat
Address:
Canterbury, South Island
Phone(s):
+64 3 318 9211
Website:
view our website
Email/Contact Us:
arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz