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Great Barrier Island

Great Barrier Island lies at the mouth of the Hauraki Gulf. On the eastern coast of the island are numerous white sandy beaches, while on the western side you'll find sheltered deep-water inlets. The center of the island is rugged and several steep ridges run across it. The island is a nature reserve and there are several hiking trails across it. The trails run on the routes of old logging trails and tramways. Great Barrier Island has hot springs and unique kauri forests.

Great Barrier Island has air connections with Auckland, 90 km to the southwest. Great Barrier Island is 560 km north of Wellington.


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