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Maori Leap Cave: Entrance
Geology: Maori Leap Cave: Entrance
This is the entrance to the 'Maori leap cave', just south of Kaikoura. The name applies to the limestone cliffs in the area and the actions of one Maori warrior who leapt from the cliffs rather than be taken in battle.

January 2002