Hokitika Gorge

Hokitika Gorge has strikingly turquoise water due to the presence of glacial flour. Maddie considered going for a swim countless times. However, as another tourist pointed out, ‘blue’ usually means really cold! There were also warning signs advising against swimming. And sandflies! A combination of all these factors could convince her otherwise—though I’m sure not without a fair amount of regret.

Just taking in our surroundings was rewarding enough. At least for me. ^^Read more