Visitors to Tiritiri Matangi The ferry service runs from Auckland to the island most days during summer Ray explains the special features of the island sanctuary to the visitors Ray and Barbara (DoC rangers) greet the visitors as they arrive on the island Many of the tracks have panels explaining the features "Greg" the takahe makes himself at home with visitors on Hobbs Beach The number of visitors coming to Tiritiri Matangi increases each year. Over 20,000 people visit annually. A ferry service runs to the island for day trips from Auckland and private boats can land at Hobbs Beach. When visiting the island you must take great care to pack food so rats and mice don't arrive accidentally on the island. There are no introduced predators on Tiritiri Matangi. Smoking is discouraged as the island has limited water supplies and is highly vulnerable to fire. Visitors are requested to remove all rubbish to keep to the tracks so plants are not disturbed to bring their own food, walking boots and suitable clothing not to camp or light fires or BBQ's There is a wharf, a bunkhouse, staff house (former lighthouse keeper's house), plant nursery, information kiosk and a well-developed track network. Many people take the opportunity to learn about the wildlife and plants present on the island. Visitor education and coordination is a major task for the Department of Conservation staff and the Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi volunteers.