These are the main things to bring, but don't worry if you forget something - we've got spares.

• Footwear you don't mind getting wet - Ideally wet shoes, but old trainers or even Jandals are fine (sandals to non-Kiwis).

• A change of clothes and a towel - We use the most stable kayaks we can, so you're very unlikely to capsize.  However, you're on the water so getting wet is always a possibility; it's best to wear shorts and a t-shirt and leave your good stuff on the shore.  We'll have dry bags for your valuables.  You may want to stop off for a swim at one of the quiet, pristine beaches around Whakanewha or Kaikuku bay so don't forget your towel.

• Sun protection - As with anywhere in New Zealand, sun-screen, a hat and sunglasses are recommended.

• A water bottle - Preferably filled with water.

There are no shops at Rocky Bay, apart from the old store, which has been derelict for many years but is in the process of having new life breathed back into it by new owners Mel and Simon.  You can follow their progress at www.rockybaystore.co.nz but its going to be a while before it's a shop again so stock up at Woolworths/Four Square with your favourite food and drink before you come. 

Ideal weather is light wind and no rain.  All tide conditions are good, high tide makes more of Whakanewha bay accessible but low opens up some otherwise inaccessible smaller beaches.  The current conditions are below, for a more detailed forecast checkout windy.com.  If you've booked and it doesn't look good give us a call on 029 0203 9884 the day before as Waiheke has a bit of a micro-climate so weather forecasts are not always accurate and Rocky Bay is very sheltered.