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Newest Review: ... have been visting the island for 17 years and are very experienced and professional. Believe me you need to feel in safe hands as this is scary stuff. Most active volcanoes stand on a scale of 0-1 but White island had a fairly large eruption July 2000 and was standing on a 2 coming recently down from a 3. 5 being a national disaster. Gulp. You take a speed boat out to the island over a 27km stretch of water and they were on hand with sea sickness tablets for those feeling queasy. It was quite rough when i went! The volcanoe was mined in the 1900's for sulphur because of its healing and manure qualities and you are taken through the ... more

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Whakatane. Volcanoes! Dolphins! Absolutely mind blowing! (568 words)
by - written on 15/03/01 (Very useful, 184 readings)
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Whakatane is quite a large seaside town in the North Island about 1 and a half hours drive east of Rototura. It has spectacular views and if you are looking for a place to stay at a reasonable price try the White Island Rendesvous which is brand new. The rooms are huge complete with double bed, cable TV, ensuite, kitchenette with even a microwave and the decor is tres modern! They treat you to a free coffee in their cafe which offers even the most sophisticated coffee guzzler an amazing variety of choice. The main attraction to this town is it being the portal to White Island which is an active volcano you are able to walk around with an experienced guide. I ... Read the complete review

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