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Hauraki Gulf: Volcanic Plug - Rangitoto
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  • Written by leffe3 on Jun 11, 2003
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    • Just off the coast of Auckland is this volcanic cone that erupted from the sea some 600 years ago. Its virtually completely covered in lush vegetation and the peak can be seen from virtually anywhere in Auckland. You can tramp round the island or up to the rim of the volcano itself (or you can take a special day trip including transport to the top)

    Connected by a causeway is Motutapu (in the foreground of the photo) - in complete contrast this is covered by grassland and is much gentler landscape.

    3 ferries a day cross to Rangitoto from Auckland (and to spend any signifiant time you would need to catch the early morning one).

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    Hauraki Gulf: Waiheke Island
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    • 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland - see separate pages for Waiheke Island. But the journey across the bay is a stunning experience in itself.

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    West Coast Beaches: Waitakere Ranges
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    • West of Auckland, approx 1 hour + drive, is 'The Piano' country. Remember the movie? Holly Hunter, Harvey Keitel, HH in all her Victorian finery playing the piano on the beach. I can hear the Michael Nyman soundtrack as I write.....-:)

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    vtveen Tue Oct 18, 2005 09:55 UTC
     amazing pic's !!! what kind of a camera do you use ?? jaap    		cheesecake17 Tue Oct 18, 2005 09:42 UTC
     great page..Waitakere Ranges pic looks amazing....nice pics.....thanks for sharing..U...
    swings Tue Nov 16, 2004 04:13 UTC
     Awesome, moody picture of Piha! I didn't realize you are from Melbourne.... what did you think of the Cup weather? lol w    		martin_nl Sun Aug 24, 2003 23:19 UTC
     Great Auckland page. Looking forward to climb the Skytower. Stepping on the glass parts sounds exciting!
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