1108 Travel Guide

Moeraki Boulders are the South Island's most mysterious geological wonder. Giant spherical boulders on Koekohe Beach — up to ~2 m across, like dinosaur eggs — with Maori legends — a unique coastal sight. Giant spherical boulders on the beach; ~2 m max. Formed ~65 million years ago — mineral concretions. Some split by erosion — cracked interiors. Maori legends — calabash or eel baskets from a canoe. Free.