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Début du voyage
29 février 2016
New Zealand, the big adventure Yvonne Reinartz
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My Auckland Home (Ponsonby)
1 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☁️ 20 °C
My lovely Airbnb in Ponsonby. Hosts Peter and Judy are fantastic.The houses in this area are adorable. Wooden with little front porches you can sit on. Lots of cafes, restaurants and shops on the main street (all independent) and everyone is so friendly.

Welcome dinner with my friend Harry and his girlfriend Jamie made for an amazing 1st evening. Hundreds of cicadas in the garden and the pouring rain that fell on the roof last night made everything so much cosier. I went out like a light. 😊

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Mission Bay, Auckland
1 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ⛅ 21 °C
A 20 mins drive from Auckland on a road that takes you all along the coast. For the best views of Auckland stop at the car park of the Sea Life Aquarium in Orakei and then drive on to Mission Bay. All along the coast you will have beautiful views and lovely little bays where you can sit down, put your feet in the sand and smell the ocean. 🌊En savoir plus
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One Tree Hill, Auckland
1 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ⛅ 20 °C
Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill is a 182-metre (597 ft) volcanic peak in Auckland. It is an important memorial place for both Māori and other New Zealanders.The summit provides views across the Auckland area, and allows you to see both of Auckland's harbours. It was quite a hike up the hill, but the sun made a quick appearance and the views are fantastic (even though it was quite foggy). 😊En savoir plus
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Going North (Auckland to Paihia)
2 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☁️ 17 °C
So this is it. My first proper road trip. It will take me up North to Paihia in the Bay of Islands. It's an approximately 250km drive which should take about 3.5 hours. Knowing me and how often I stop to take pictures it will take much longer than that 😊. But the journey is all that matters so I am really excited to get going. Will also stop at Whangarei Harbour on the way for a spot of lunch. Me and my trusty steed are off. 🚗En savoir plus
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On my way North (Hatfields Beach)
2 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ⛅ 21 °C
Windswept and wild beach. Only came past because I avoided the toll road. Looked through the trees and there it was. It's amazing that these beaches are just dotted around the coastline. One more stunning than the last.En savoir plus
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On my way North (Waiwera Beach)
2 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 20 °C
This one is a little gem! A little beach with lots of atmosphere. Completely deserted apart from a lovely local lady and her dog Harley who told me all about the area and the beach itself. 🐕😊🌊
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On my way North (Waipu)
2 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 19 °C
The landscapes are changing from beaches to green mountains with sheep and cattle to lush rainforests to beaches again.

Coming over one steep hill, I saw the majestic Whangarei Heads in the distance. Looking for an access to the beach I found one. After driving into a dodgy path - within the Uretiti rest area - with massive potholes I was there.

This beach is a force of nature. You can smell the ocean from miles away and feel the spray of the waves on your skin. This is what I dreamed of! 😊🌊En savoir plus
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On my way North (Tamaterau)
2 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 25 °C
Stopped here for a little break after driving for about 3 hours. 😊
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Paihia, New Zealand
2 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 20 °C
The 1st stop of my road trip and my home for the next 2 days. After arriving at the hostel 'Cap'n Bobs' (http://www.capnbobs.co.nz/) and checking into my room, I made my way to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds to learn more about Maori history. It's such an inspirational place and well worth the visit.
(http://www.waitangi.org.nz/treaty-grounds/)

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds is the place where Māori chiefs first signed their accord with the British Crown – the Treaty of Waitangi – Te Tiriti of Waitangi, New Zealand’s founding document.

The Treaty Grounds feature the historic Treaty House, the magnificently carved meeting house and the world’s largest ceremonial war canoe. I really enjoyed strolling through the grounds and the amazing panoramic views of the Bay of Islands.

And to top the day off, nature put on a spectacular show with a double rainbow! 😆En savoir plus
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Day trip (Motuarohia Island)
3 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande 🌙 19 °C
It is safe to say that today I am feeling like the luckiest little German on the planet and I think I found paradise 😊.

I had an incredible day exploring the Bay of Islands with the crew from Tucker Thompson and their iconic tall ship (http://tucker.co.nz/). We had perfect weather and cruising the islands was absolutely stunning. After a few hours of sailing we stopped at Motuarohia Island for lunch (http://www.bay-of-islands.co.nz/places-to-see/r…). Dinghies brought us to shore and we had free time to go up to the lookout, swim or just relax on the beach. On the boat, the crew encouraged everyone to get stuck in, helping with raising the sails, climbing the rigging or just take in the beauty of the nature surrounding you.

I met some really nice people on the boat and spent the rest of the day in Russell waiting for the sun to set (a tip from my hostel manager). Needless to say that it was absolutely stunning. 😊En savoir plus
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Sunrise (Paihia, New Zealand)
4 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande 🌙 14 °C
I got up early today to see the sunrise. It was quite something to see the new day being born in such a beautiful setting. 😊
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Paihia to Warkworth (Tane Mahuta)
4 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ⛅ 15 °C
I was lucky enough to arrive when nearly nobody else was here and had the chance to sit with this magnificent Kauri tree for a while and enjoy its presence. It was quite humbling and I left feeling emotional. There are not many of these gigantic trees left in the world.

According to the Maori creation myth, Tāne is the son of Ranginui the sky father andPapatuanuku the earth mother. Tāne separates his parents from their marital embrace until his father the sky is high above mother earth. Tāne then sets about clothing his mother with vegetation. The birds and the trees of the forest are regarded as Tāne’s children.

Tane stands over 4 metres in diameter and has a girth of 13.77 metres, a trunk height of 17.69 metres, a total heigh of 51.5 metres with an estimated volume of 244.5 cubic metres.En savoir plus
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Paihia to Warkworth (Snells Beach)
4 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 24 °C
My home for the night and 5 mins walk from the beach. Went for a swim for the first time and it was like sitting in a bathtub, so warm was the water. I just sat in the water and enjoyed the views. 🌊
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Tawharanui Peninsula
4 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 21 °C
Took a drive just before sunset to enjoy the deserted beaches of the park. Gravelly, unpaved, windy roads make for adventurous driving. Loved being the only one on the beach. 😊
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Sunset (Snells Beach)
4 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande 🌙 20 °C
Managed to see the sunset on my way home from the Regional Park. I don't have the words or a good enough camera to describe all the beautiful colours that were on display. 🌅
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Paihia to Warkworth (Opononi)
4 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande 🌙 14 °C
This is a place where you can go sand boarding, bouldering etc. It was a bit weird to drive around in lush greenery and to suddenly see sand dunes.
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Paihia to Warkworth (Omapere)
4 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande 🌙 14 °C
I stumbled across this little walk by accident. There were signs saying there is a 'scenic lookout' so I thought I'd have a look. There is the Waimamaku Coastal Track and the Signal Station Track, which I did as I didn't have time for a full hike. 😊En savoir plus
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Warkworth to Hahei (Tairoua)
5 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande 🌙 20 °C
The drive down to Hahei went relatively quick (around 3 hours). I guess it helps that a lot of the route was on State Highway 😊.
Only stopped once to sit down by the beach in Tairoua. As you can see tide was out so not a lot of water. The children loved it nonetheless.En savoir plus
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Hahei
5 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ⛅ 35 °C
My home for the day and I'm staying at the lovely Tatahi Lodge (www.tatahilodge.co.nz). The hostel is 5 - 10 mins away from Hahei beach from where you can reach Cathedral Cove (by kayak, by foot or by water taxi).En savoir plus
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Cathedral Cove
5 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ⛅ 35 °C
You can reach Cathedral Cove by kayak, by foot or by water taxi. I walked there and took the taxi back. The walk is about 1 hour long and you need good footwear. Having said that I saw a lot of people in flip flops on the way. Not quite sure how they managed. Cathedral Cove is very beautiful. I took a dip to cool down after the walk. The surf is quite strong which lead to one or the other funny moment. 🌊😃En savoir plus
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Hot Water Beach
6 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 17 °C
Early morning walk on Hot Water Beach. Nearly deserted apart from dog walkers, surfers and people with shovels who are keen to dig their own personal hot water hole.

It is amazing, you walk down the beach and suddenly come to an area where steam rises and bubbles are coming up from below the sand. It is like a natural spa bath 😊.En savoir plus
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Whangamata
6 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 25 °C
A quick stop to stretch my legs at Whangamata beach. Lots of SUPs around. Surf seems to be great. Also picked up two German hitchhikers who kept me company from just after Hahei to Mount Maunganui. Was nice not to have to drive alone. 🌊En savoir plus
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Mount Maunganui
6 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 24 °C
My home for the night in a lovely Airbnb close to the beach. Went for a walk and collected lots of beautiful shells as presents for people at home. 🌊 Spending the afternoon with my wonderful friend Maria who I haven't seen in over 3 years. 😆En savoir plus
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Rotorua
7 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 22 °C
I'm in Rotorua for the next 2 nights in a lively hostel called Funky Green Voyager (http://funkygreenvoyager.co.nz/). The drive from Mount Maunganui only took an hour so I had enough time to explore the area. Rotorua itself is quite touristy and has a certain 'rotten egg' smell. 😨

Normally I wouldn't choose to stay here but it's a good base to drive to Waitomo to see the glowworm caves, Lake Taupo or Matamata (Hobbiton). If I could do it again I would probably stay in Taupo.En savoir plus
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Whakarawerawera
7 mars 2016, Nouvelle-Zélande ☀️ 24 °C
Whakarewarewa (reduced version of Te Whakarewarewatanga O Te Ope Taua A Wahiao, meaning The gathering place for the war parties of Wahiao, often abbreviated to Whaka by locals) is a geothermal area within Rotorua city in the Taupo Volcanic Zone of New Zealand. This was the site of the Māori fortress of Te Puia, first occupied around 1325, and known as an impenetrable stronghold never taken in battle. Māori have lived here ever since, taking full advantage of the geothermal activity in the valley for heating and cooking.

Whakarewarewa has some 500 pools, most of which are alkaline chloride hot springs, and at least 65 geyser vents, each with their own name. Seven geysers are currently active. Pohutu Geyser, meaning big splash or explosion, erupts approximately hourly to heights of up to 30 m.

I saw a cultural performance by the Maori including a traditional Haka which was great. What an amazing energy they have and what beautiful customs.

I had a walk around and was lucky enough to see the Geysir erupt. The smells in the valley are quite something though. 😜En savoir plus
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