Little Waipa
19.–20. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ 🌧 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,Læs mere
Day 3-Marokopa to Waingaro
21.–22. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ 🌧 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 KawhiaLæs mere
Waingaro to Raglan
22.–24. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 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 hasLæs mere
Raglan
23. juli 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ☀️ 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 butLæs mere
Raglan to Port Waikato
24.–25. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ 🌬 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 wasLæs mere
Hamilton's Gap Waiuku
25.–26. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ☀️ 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 dogsLæs mere
Waiau Pa
26.–27. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ⛅ 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 theLæs mere
Waiau to Orewa
27.–28. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ⛅ 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, thenLæs mere
Matakana
28.–30. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ⛅ 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 bikeLæs mere
Matakana to Ngaruawahia
30.–31. jul. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 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, andLæs mere
Opal springs, Matamata
31. jul.–1. aug. 2024, New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 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; allLæs mere



























































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Poor fella looks very unhappy. :(