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Excursions For a Half Day Hauraki Gulf Islands: The Hauraki Gulf Maritime Park contains 47 islands, some just a few minutes' sail away from Auckland. Not all can be visited as some are nature reserves with no access to the general public, but others are devoted to human pleasures with all the usual holiday facilities. The volcanic island of Rangitoto is one of the most popular, and is the largest volcanic cone in Auckland. There are several ferries per day from Auckland's ferry building, and the trip takes 30 minutes. Details are available from Fullers Cruise Centre (tel: (09) 367 9111). For a Whole Day Auckland vineyards: New Zealand makes some of the best wine in the world, especially sauvignon blanc. The best-known vineyards are further south in places such as Hawke's Bay and Marlborough, but Auckland has several good vineyards to the west of the city, notably at Matua and Coopers Creek. Several tour companies organise day trips, which normally include visits to at least four vineyards and lunch at one of them. Cost is in the region of NZ$50-100 per day, depending on the number of people; some tours require a minimum number of passengers. Companies include Auckland Adventures (tel: (09) 379 4545); Bush and Beach (tel: (09) 478 2882); Waitakere Scenic Tours (tel: (09) 817 4547). |
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