We had a hard time deciding where to go next. I really wanted to dive. I heard of a place that's a marine reserve and rated one of the world's top 10 places to dive so we headed to Tutukaka. From Tutukaka we took an hour boat ride to the Poor Knight Island. A Maori chief put a tapo (made the Island forbidden) on the Island and it's been declared a reserve so only the Dept. of Conservation is allowed on the Island. People aren't allowed to fish around the island so there's a large array of fish. The Islands were made from volcanic rock and you could take a boat right through some of them. What amazing sights above and below the water. I had 2 dives there. I saw sting rays swimming and large moray eels. One of the most famous diving pictures was taken in the place that I had the chance to dive at. The water was sooo cold so I had to wear a thick wet suit. Not bad for my second time ever diving!
Farewell for now...must investigate my next adventure!
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Wow! I love being able to follow your adventures! I feel like I'm there with you!
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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!! Wishing a wonderful day - can't wait to read about more adventures.
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