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| − | [[Image:rangitoto.JPG| | + | [[Image:rangitoto.JPG|right|frame|An icon of Auckland and the gulf.]]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rangitoto Rangitoto Island] is a volcanic island some 600 years old. |
The [http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-visit/auckland/auckland-area/rangitoto-island-scenic-reserve Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve] is worthwhile visiting. | The [http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-visit/auckland/auckland-area/rangitoto-island-scenic-reserve Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve] is worthwhile visiting. | ||
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It is also possible to reach the island by sea kayak or boat. | It is also possible to reach the island by sea kayak or boat. | ||
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Revision as of 08:57, 22 June 2009
An icon of Auckland and the gulf.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rangitoto Rangitoto Island] is a volcanic island some 600 years old.
The Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve is worthwhile visiting.
There is a ferry service by Fullers Group Limited from Auckland going 3-4 times a day taking some 25 minutes. In the summer there are two weekend sailings available Saturdays and Sundays from Waiheke Island's Matiatia wharf.
It is also possible to reach the island by sea kayak or boat.
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-36.782,174.85,Rangitoto Island
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