Then in contrast we found ourselves once again confronted with fields of black lava piles and some of sometimes we had to trek up, over and along this uneven, crunchy surface. We had to take care not to trip or tumble s the lava was sharp and rock hard.
Amongst these lava fields we were pleasantly surprised to see perfumed friezes and bluebells and other colourful flowers-no doubt the result of bird droppings in the past.
It was getting g close to the last ferry arrival as we completed the final track towards the wharf. We had thoroughly enjoyed our day's visit to Rangitoto Island and the warm memories of each experience will remain with us for a long time.
Maybe next time we are here we will hike across the causeway and explore Motutap Island. It too looks interesting and there are small huts that campers can use with permission from the protectors of the island.
When the ferry arrived it honked 3 times to warn all visitors that it was about to depart. As far as we know no one was left behind (though it has happen to many over the years) At least there are no predators like on Komodo Island with its' dragons so tarriers would be safe for the night.
We settle down in our seats and had a very relaxed trip back to Auckland, talking to two ladies who had spent the day as volunteers, clearing the island shoreline of debris that washes in at high tide and has the potential to pollute this special place.
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