The Bay is vast and contains over one hundred and forty islands, large and small, Urupukapuka covering over 200 hectares and the tiny ones being little more than rocky masses protruding from the sea.
The whole trip was a geographer’s paradise, with the variety of rocks, landforms and vegetation interesting throughout. Historical landmarks were pointed out in the commentary, some of the islands had colonies of birds and the we spotted a bottle nose dolphin. An opportunity to swim with dolphins had been advertised which I had taken up, so at this point I, with two young German lads, kitted up with wetsuits and masks. This was the only disappointing part of the trip as the dolphin disappeared but it fun, not to mention challenging, to be in a position to be alongside a dolphin.
We spent lunchtime on Urupukapuka Island and I opted to climb up to a wonderful lookout point which gave spectacular views on three sides. I wished I was fitter on the ascent, but made it without any real problems.
What a special day, the sea sparkling in the sun, the swell of the waves and the feeling that nothing can better this.
Wow!
Jean
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