Arriving in Whangerai
6. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
This morning I took an early coach from Auckland, heading north into Northland to Whangerai! After checking into my hostel, which turns out to be a decommissioned prison cell block (I'll get someWeiterlesen
Hatea River Walkway
6. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
The route through the bush along the river certainly didn't disappoint! It provided much shade, vegetation and bridges as the winding path led towards the waterfall. There were even many of NewWeiterlesen
Whangerai Falls
6. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
In the early afternoon I arrived at the site of the waterfall. I stopped by here for around an hour and took the time to read and even get as close to the waterfall as possible without getting wet!Weiterlesen
ReisenderLove a waterfall. Fab pics Greg ❤️. Good Luck with the Spanish. 🇪🇸 you love foreign languages don’t you 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄
Leaving Whangerai
7. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
This morning I departed Whangerai to head further north to Paihia. As promised here are a few snaps of the cell block I'd been staying in!
Ferry to Russell
7. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
After quickly checking in I took the ferry across to Russell, which once formed part of the old capital on New Zealand. The low winds made for a calm crossing and the skies were blue!
Flagstaff Hill
7. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
Once I made it to Russell, I followed the footpath signs up to Flagstaff Hill. At the top of the hill is a shipping mast which went through a period of being sawn down and resurrected every otherWeiterlesen
Tapeka Track
7. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
Next up I continued my walk across the peninsula to Tapeka beach and then a lookout point. Once again, lovely views and an even more ridiculous sign suggesting it would take an hour to cover 780m.Weiterlesen
100th Day Away - Bay of Islands Sailing
8. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Today was 100th day of travelling! I therefore treated myself by taking a 6 hour cruise around the bay of islands which included lunch, snacks, snorkeling and an island stop.
I shared the day withWeiterlesen
ReisenderCheers 🥂 on completing 100 days and collecting a huge bag of memories. Here’s to the next 100. Go see the world 🌍 SON X
Motuarohia Island
8. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
During the cruise, we stopped at Motuarohia Island for snorkeling and a short hike! There were lots of huge fish to be spotted and we even saw some penguins! It is also the spot where Captain CookWeiterlesen
A Day on the Road
9. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
This morning I hopped on the bus at Paihia at 7:45am, and after a 30 minute change in Auckland I reached my destination of Taupo at 5:50pm! So not much to report on in those hours but here's a coupleWeiterlesen
ReisenderHope you sang “the wheels on the bus” 🚌 with all that time in your hands !!
World's Coolest McDonalds
9. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
Taupo's McDonalds has been officially voted as the world's coolest! No surprise as it has a full plane as part of the restaurant with a staircase to access and a number of seats inside. I of courseWeiterlesen
ReisenderWhat a unique and exciting dining experience ❤️ 🍔, hope it catches on
Evening in Taupo
9. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
After finishing up at McDonalds I briefly explored the waterfront overlooking Lake Taupo, a lake formed from a volcanic crater that is the size of Singapore and holds the title of the largest lake inWeiterlesen
Taupo Graffiti Tour
10. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C
Today I was meant to do the Tongariro Crossing, but due to bad weather it was cancelled. The rain was forecast to hit early afternoon and also threatened in the morning so I thought I'd take a walkWeiterlesen
Taupo Coastal Walk
10. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
I then thought I'd venture for an hour or so along the base of the lake. On the way I passed some naturally forming pools which were full of steaming hot water thanks to the areas geothermalWeiterlesen
Tongariro Crossing - Start to Springs
11. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 6 °C
So today I finally got to take on the Tongariro Crossing! 19.4km with 843m of elevation gain and said to be the most spectacular single day walk in New Zealand and one of the top 10 in theWeiterlesen
Tongariro Crossing - South Crater
11. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
Next up what a flat section along the south crater, before a steeper ascent up towards the summit. As part of our group was an older French lady called Patricia. She was quick on the flat and on theWeiterlesen
ReisenderWhat an adventure that was and well done with your “act of kindness” to Patricia. You’ve had plenty of practice slowing down for me in your younger days. Haha
ReisenderWhat a gentleman you are 👏 I can't believe you walked slowly as I can never keep up with you 😂
ReisenderI would have done the same as you Greg, I always help the elderly when I can, ask your Dad! 😆
Tongariro Crossing - Red Crater Ridge
11. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
Mid-morning we reached the summit of the crossing at red crater ridge, unsurpsingly named after the surrounding red crater.
As we were stood on the summit, the clouds suddenly swarmed over us untilWeiterlesen
Tongariro Crossing - Emerald Lakes
11. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
We began our descent towards the emerald lakes. As we'd been warned, the initial descent was very steep and the surface was unsteady and unsettled, leading to a number of people taking a tumble alongWeiterlesen
Tongariro Crossing - Descent & Finish
11. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
I'd been told that the descent goes on for a good while and oh boy it did! We continued to descend less steeply through the fog until we reached the side of the hill. The path then (seeminglyWeiterlesen
ReisenderWhat a memorable day. Well Done all of you on completing the crossing. Love the pics.
Huka Falls Track
12. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
This morning I checked out of my hostel in Taupo and dumped my bags into the luggage room as my bus wasn't till 4pm. I therefore had almost a full day in Taupo!
A good job too as I'd been saving myWeiterlesen
Huka Falls
12. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
New Zealand's most visited natural attraction did not disappoint!
Whilst the drop on the falls was more of a gentle slope the sheer power and speed of the water was quite incredible. You would almostWeiterlesen
Otumuheke Stream Hot Pools
12. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
I took a gentle stroll back along the river towards Taupo. On the way back I stopped for a little while for a bathe in the Otumuheke Stream Hot Pools. The naturally forming pools where pleasantlyWeiterlesen
Rotorua - Government Gardens
12. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
After checking into Rotorua I thought I'd head out to get my bearings and do some shopping.
First up was the nearby Government Gardens which looked absolutely stunning with the completely blue skiesWeiterlesen
Sulphur Point
12. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
Rotorua's main attraction is in its hive of geothermal activity. The smell of sulphur (eggs) radiates throughout the town, no more so than at sulphur point which has a walkway to enable visitors toWeiterlesen
Te Puia
13. Februar 2024 in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
Te Puia is a Maori geothermal site situated on the outskirts of Rotorua. I joined the 11am tour as our guide shown us around the site including the kiwi conservation centre (first kiwis I've seen thisWeiterlesen
ReisenderLOOKS AN INTERESTING PLACE