Tiwai Island Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Tiwai Island
Tiwai Island is located on the Moa River,60km (37mi)from the Atlantic Ocean and15km (9mi)from the town of Potoru. The island has area of12km(4.6sqmi)and is between80 and 100m (260 and 330ft)above sea level. Tiwai belonged to the Barri people until the late 19th century when Queen Nyarroh, the Barri Chief, gave half the Island to the Koya Chief, whose territory was on the opposite side of the Moa River. From then on both peoples shared ownership of the island. Numerous natural scientists visited the island during the 1970s and 1980s. Subsequently, some researchers along with the Barri and the Koya requested that it became a wildlife sanctuary, and in 1987 it was officially designated a game reserve. Then, in 1991 the civil war broke out and financial support for Tiwai ended. Researchers and
Top Attractions in Tiwai Island
Explore the best things to see and do in Tiwai Island:
- ★Go to the beach
- ★Guided walks
- ★River tour
- ★Tiwai Heritage Trail
- ★Tiwai village cultural tour
Where to Stay in Tiwai Island
- 🏨Eco Camp in Ghiuba
- 🏨Island campsite
- 🏨Research Lodge
- 🏨Vistors Center
Tiwai Island Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: