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The Auckland Region is situated on the dormant Auckland Volcanic Field. There are 50 volcanic vents in the field, many are now preserved within parks, including, Mt. Eden, North Head and One Tree Hill. The oldest and newest volcano, Rangitoto Island, was formed about 1000 years ago. The Ragitoto eruption buried Maori villages on nearby Motutapu Island. Rangitoto is the Regions most predominant landmark, the island is covered in native forest. You can catch a ferry across to Waiheke Island, Rangitoto and Motutapu Islands and spend time exploring the landscapes and taking in the spectacular views.