White Island New Zealand, is an active volcano is one of the most amazing natural experiences in New Zealand. View more information on White Island, New Zealand.
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White Island is the perfect example of an active volcano. It breathes, it roars, it hisses, it's spectacular.
The island is unique in a number of ways. The vent is below sea level but shielded from the sea by high crater walls. Although surrounded by sea water, the vent is chemically sealed from it. This sealed zone traps an acid hot water system, which is derived from rainwater.
As the island is also very accessible, it is internationally important for scientists and vulcanologists. The volcanic structure of the island is thought to be two million years old, with the volcano itself between 100,000 and 200,000 years old.
White Island is one of the most amazing natural experiences in New Zealand.
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