Overview
Whakaari / White Island is an active andesite stratovolcano situated 48 km from the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand, in the Bay of Plenty.
Description
Whakaari/White Island is one of New Zealand’s most active volcanos, situated 48km off the coast of Whakatane in the North Island. In December of 2019 a volcanic eruption occurred at Whakaari/White Island. To ensure the safety of locals and visitors there are currently no tours or flights to the island. The island covers an area of approximately 325 ha, which is only the peak of a much larger submarine volcano.
Address
Whakaari Bay of Plenty
New Zealand
URL:
http://www.newzealand.com/int/whakaari-white-island/
Whakaari Bay of Plenty
New Zealand
URL:
http://www.newzealand.com/int/whakaari-white-island/