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Rangitoto Island

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 89 attractions in Auckland
Traveler Description:
This volcanic island, which last erupted 600 years ago, offers bird-watching, swimming, fishing, walking trails, colorful flora and spectacular views... more » This volcanic island, which last erupted 600 years ago, offers bird-watching, swimming, fishing, walking trails, colorful flora and spectacular views from the summit of its cone-shaped mountain. « less
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Attraction type: Island, Volcano
Address: Sail from Auckland City Auckland
New Zealand

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Reviews of Rangitoto Island

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4 of 5 stars
Auckland, New Zealand
Feb 22, 2008

Where else in the world can you walk to the top of an extinct volcano that literally rises up out of the Sea? The ferry ride over is a good way to combine a harbour cruise with some exersize and some time with nature. There are lava caves half way up the mountain so bring a torch if you have... more

5 of 5 stars
Edgewood, Kentucky
May 31, 2007
3/5 found this review helpful

It's a national park. It is a dormant volcano island. The eruptions stopped 600 years ago. There are no homes nor anyone living on this island. So no souvenir shops or stores either - only nature. We took the ferry (Fullers) and the cost was $9 per person for the round trip. From where the boat drops you off; it... more

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Rangitoto Island Address

Sail from Auckland City, Auckland, New Zealand