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Great Barrier Island, the fourth largest island in New Zealand is 90
km north east of Auckland in the Hauraki Gulf and enjoys a sub-tropical
climate. Its Maori name is Aotea. With sheltered bays and harbours on the
protected West Coast, miles of white sand beaches on the East Coast, and
a rugged, mountainous, rain-forest-covered interior, the island boasts
stunning scenic contrasts all within short driving distances from each
other.
Attractions include the majestic views from Mt Hobson and Windy Canyon, the stunning
white sand beaches of Medlands and Awana with their turquoise waters, and pristine
native bush. The Department of Conservation (DOC) administers 70% of the island
as a Conservation Estate. Their focus is the protection of rare and endangered
native birds, plants and animals.
The island has no reticulated power system and relies on a combination of solar,
wind and diesel-generated energy. The suggested speed limit is 35km/h. With a
permanent population of less than a thousand residents, the island still
offers a good range of services for visitors including a choice of cafes
and restaurants, adventure activities, art galleries and museums. Across the
whole island there is a network of well-maintained tramping tracks which cater
for all levels of fitness from the casual stroller to the experienced tramper.
Well renowned for its peace, tranquility and other worldliness, Great Barrier
Island is a place where time really does seem to stand still.
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Medlands Beach
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There are many activities on Great Barrier Island to keep you busy.
These include diving and snorkelling, surfing, charter
boat fishing or beach fishing, sailing, golf, horse riding and bush
walks to name just a few.
Glenfern Sanctuary
A native plant, bird and animal sanctuary that is well worth
a visit.
We'd be more than happy to help you arrange your local activities and excursions.
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Tryphena, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand. Ph: 64 9 429
0437. E-mail: info@pigeonslodge.co.nz
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