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24<br />
ExPLorE THE<br />
Hauraki Gulf<br />
& ISLANDS<br />
tHe Jewel in auckland’s<br />
crown Has to be tHe<br />
Hauraki gulF.<br />
The Hauraki Gulf is home to over a million<br />
hectares of sheltered, sparkling blue waters<br />
and is dotted with beautiful emerald islands.<br />
Waiheke and Great Barrier are the largest<br />
islands, while other islands range from tiny,<br />
uninhabited rocks to wildlife sanctuaries and<br />
volcanoes. All share the bond of the sea.<br />
Island-hopping is a favourite pastime for<br />
Auckland ‘boaties’ and ‘yachties’. Moor-up in<br />
a sheltered bay, have a swim, catch a snapper<br />
for lunch or picnic on a deserted beach - it’s<br />
the lifestyle Aucklanders are envied for.<br />
Charter a boat or hire a kayak and you can<br />
experience it for yourself. Many island<br />
adventures are just a ferry ride away: Kawau<br />
with its historic Mansion House, Tiritiri<br />
Matangi’s wildlife sanctuary and the dormant<br />
volcano of Rangitoto, Auckland’s most iconic<br />
natural landmark.<br />
And keep your eyes open for little blue<br />
penguins popping to the surface between feeds.<br />
aucklandnz.com
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