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White sand, green forest, brown kiwi – An island holiday like nowhere else
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By Jana Beer -
Ranger Partnerships, Auckland
ucklanders? Picture this... white sand beaches, forest walks, rich wildlife, historic buildings, night skies bursting with Above: Walkers on the Northern Loop Track are rewarded with a 360 degree panorama over the Hauraki Gulf.: Rotoroa Island Below right: An aerial shot of Rotoroa Island : Rotoroa Island Below left: Visitors walking around the island are treated to birdsong from many species, including tīeke. : Rotoroa Island
stars, and unforgettable birdsong. Now stop dreaming and book a visit to the Hauraki Gulf’s surprise package – Rotoroa Island. Voted New Zealand’s top hidden gem on TripAdvisor - Rotoroa Island sits proudly in the magnificent Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. In 2020, TripAdvisor used tourist data to find New Zealand’s least
6 Walking New Zealand, issue no 287 - 2022
known but highest rated destinations. Top of the list was Rotoroa, a small 200-acre island located just east of Waiheke Island, a short ferry ride away. Among the reviews you’ll repeatedly read about the peace, beauty, abundant wildlife, informative guided tours, hospitality, and clean accommodation. But this place is
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