Awaawaroa Bay Waiheke Island

Awaawaroa Bay on the southern coast of Waiheke Island

Awaawaroa Bay (Long Valley) is situated on the southern coastline of Waiheke Island. The land is mainly in pasture with pockets of established and regenerating native bush. At its southern extent Awaawaroa Bay opens onto the sea at. The area has been identified as a Site of Ecological Significance by the Department of Conservation and the wetland is considered to be one of the better freshwater raupo wetlands on Waiheke. There is year round fresh water in the wetland and tributary seepages. (Information courtesy of Bay Eco-Village). Also in the area is Christensen Estate is a small family owned vineyard with a passion for growing merlot. The land that the vineyard is on is believed to be 30 million years older than the rest of Waiheke Island.

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Waiheke IslandAuckland   New Zealand