How did Pelorus Jack get his name?
Pelorus Jack, a Risso’s dolphin (uncommon in New Zealand) that accompanied ships travelling between Wellington and Nelson, was so named because he would meet boats near the entrance to Pelorus Sound, in the Marlborough Sounds. He enjoyed swimming up against the boats and riding their bow waves.
How did Opo the dolphin die?
On 8 March 1956 official protection for Opo, requested by locals, was made law, but on 9 March she was found dead in a rock crevice at Koutu Point. There were suggestions that she had become stranded while fishing, or that she had been killed by fishermen fishing with gelignite.
What is the most famous dolphin?
Bottlenose Dolphin
What is opononi famous for?
Opononi was made famous in the mid 1950s by the tame dolphin Opo, who used to let children ride on his back. A white sand beach stretches all the way to the Opononi Wharf, where you can catch a water taxi to the giant sand dunes on the other side of the harbour.
What Colour is opononi?
Dulux Opononi Paint Colour – NZ9G7 – whites-neutrals.
What does omapere mean?
Origin of names: Opononi is thought to be for Po-nui, a Maori warrior and chief; Omapere is named for mapere, the tall plumed native grass. And Te Hokianga-nui-a-Kupe means “the place of Kupe’s great return”.
How far is it from Auckland to Opononi?
193 km
How long does it take to drive from Auckland to Waipu?
approximately 1h 37m
Where do you stop on the way to Cape Reinga?
The order presented here heads north along the peninsula, but we recommend saving some of the stops for the return drive.
- Ninety-Mile Beach.
- Gumdiggers Park.
- Pukenui Pacific Cafe.
- Rarawa Beach.
- Te Kao Store.
- Giant Sand Dunes of Te Paki.
- Cape Reinga.
Can you drive to North Cape NZ?
While it’s not quite the most northern point of New Zealand (North Cape is further north, but it’s a scientific reserve and not open to the public), Cape Reinga is definitely the end of the road. From Kaitaia, the drive to Cape Reinga takes about 1.5 hours each way.
Is it worth driving to Cape Reinga?
Most definitely still worth going by car – yes you miss out on actually driving on 90 mile beach, but the rest of the trip is spectacular, so definitely do it…its worth having a couple of days up your sleeve if possible so that you can choose the day with best weather.
What is the northern most town in NZ?
Northernmost settlements New Zealand’s northernmost city is Whangarei.
How do you get to North Cape?
From Oslo, Norway, travelers have several options to get to the North Cape:
- Drive from Oslo to the North Cape.
- Fly from Oslo to Alta/Hammerfest.
- Take a North Cape cruise.
- Take the train or bus.
How far is North Cape Norway from the North Pole?
1,306.3 mi
What is the most northern tip of the North Island called?
Cape Reinga
What is the latitude of North Cape Norway?
71.1710° N, 25.7837° E
What part of Australia is closest to New Zealand?
It is situated about 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi) southeast of Australia across the Tasman Sea, its closest neighbours to the north being Tonga and Fiji. The relative proximity of New Zealand north of Antarctica has made South Island a gateway for scientific expeditions to the continent.
Why is bluff special?
It is the main gateway for New Zealand ships heading down to the Antarctic. The harbour is home to the Foveaux Strait oyster fleet. Bluff oysters are renowned for their succulence and flavour, and are considered a delicacy nationwide, with Bluff holding an annual oyster festival.
Is New Zealand below sea level?
Geography of New Zealand
| New Zealand in the South Pacific Ocean | |
|---|---|
| Continent | Zealandia |
| Borders | 0 km |
| Highest point | Aoraki / Mount Cook 3,724 m (12,218 ft) |
| Lowest point | Taieri Plain −2 m |