Your Ultimate Guide to Auckland's Hauraki Gulf hot spots
Planning on visiting Hauraki Gulf this Summer? We have created the ultimate guide from legendary fishing spots, and amazing anchorages to the best bays Auckland has to offer.
Great Barrier Island
Home to under 1000 people, this beautiful slice of heaven is the largest island in the Hauraki Gulf. If you are looking for a boat charter location, this is the place. Only 90 km away from Auckland but feels like a world away, Great Barrier Island has multiple reasons to visit. For astronomy and astrography buffs, the whole island is a Dark Sky Sanctuary, letting you view and take out-of-this-world images without any compromising light pollution.
Just remember there isn't a reticulated electricity supply on the island so bring a torch, cash, and a willingness to explore.
Whale and Dolphin Watching
Experience the diverse marine life of Hauraki Gulf by getting up close to whales, dolphins, seals, and other marine life. Charter a yacht during the Summer and if you are lucky you will enjoy the beauty of seeing an Orca/Killer whale up close and personal.
Hike Up Rangitoto Island
Anchor your boat in Islington Bay and climb up Rangitoto Island for a unique view of Auckland. This bay is situated between Rangitoto and Motutapu and is connected by a causeway.
Emerging around 600 years ago, Rangitoto is Auckland's youngest volcano attracting day hikers and is a loved boating destination.
The trek will take approximately 1-2 hours as you gently climb through the lava fields to the summit. Allow extra time if you wish to explore the lava caves.
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