Little Waipa
19–20 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ 🌧 13 °C
Little Waipa Domain in Lake Karapiro. Took a wee detour to Matamata so Neil could do a job there. Unfortunately, I developed a migraine so I wasn't very well or happy for a couple of hours. However,Meer informatie
Day 3-Marokopa to Waingaro
21–22 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ 🌧 13 °C
We started our day by going further south to see Waikawau Beach and Tunnel (approx 30kms up from Awakino). A tunnel hewn into solid rock to access the beach.
We decided to then head for KawhiaMeer informatie
Waingaro to Raglan
22–24 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C
Haven't been to Raglan for probably around 25 years, so I'm not sure what to expect. What a cute wee town! We parked at the Raglan Club (carpark) as it's the only place that allows dogs. The rain hasMeer informatie
Raglan
23 juli 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ☀️ 10 °C
Last night, the town fire siren sounded four times—I only caught the last three! 😅 Today started leisurely with breakfast at a dog-friendly café. Diesel loved his puppaccino! We took a walk butMeer informatie
Raglan to Port Waikato
24–25 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ 🌬 14 °C
Nestled where the majestic Waikato River meets the vast expanse of the Tasman Sea lies a hidden gem—a quaint campground that captures the essence of coastal New Zealand living. Our journey here wasMeer informatie
Hamilton's Gap Waiuku
25–26 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
It is a lovely freedom camping spot with a big flat area, room for many campers. The beach is easy access, but not really a swimming beach! There were around 4 permanents living here, all with dogsMeer informatie
Waiau Pa
26–27 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
This freedom camping site is operated by the Waiau boat and fishing club. We were unable to park on the big green area as it is very boggy, but we were still able to get a great spot just inside theMeer informatie
Waiau to Orewa
27–28 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
We stayed at Linda and Roger's for the night and had a real shower, and a fabulous dinner of home made pizza.
Went for our first bike ride into Orewa along the estuary, had a coffee on the beach, thenMeer informatie
Matakana
28–30 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
A lovely POP site (Willow Park) overlooking the Matakana/Omaha/Leigh countryside. Neil spent some time fixing the step (he's very clever!). Rebandaged Diesel's paw so we could go for another bikeMeer informatie
Matakana to Ngaruawahia
30–31 jul. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
After a lovely brunch with Michael Senior at Matakana Market Kitchen (I haven't had welsh rarebit for years), we started our journey back through Auckland. Stopped at Warkworth, did laundry, andMeer informatie
Opal springs, Matamata
31 jul.–1 aug. 2024, Nieuw-Zeeland ⋅ ☁️ 9 °C
We started our day with a bike ride along the Waikato River, following the Te Awa River Ride track. A 20km round trip with a coffee and lunch in the middle. It was such a lovely track to ride; allMeer informatie



























































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Poor fella looks very unhappy. :(