...ty that is the island of Urupukapuka, and stroll beneath the vibrant scarlet Pohutakawa trees. Or go horse riding on the numerous lush trails that wind their way across the span of the Bay. Marvel too at the ancient Giant Kauri Trees of the Waipou Forest, especially the extraordinary 2,000 year-old, 167 ft high Tan...
over a year ago: 7th August 2007
...Because it is still winter in New Zealand, we were the only ones there. There are good short hikes on the island and sheeps were following us. We had a hot noodles peanut curry for dinner, timtams and a desert wine.......
My introduction to the paradise on earth .
Urupukapuka Island
last year: 23rd December 2007
...Well after waiting a week, the 50 knot winds died down and we were able to once again get off the boat and enjoy the lovely Bay of Islands. Our last stop before departing for Auckland was Urupukapuka Island.......