Tatare Tunnels

Our last stop of the day was the Tatare Tunnels. Originally constructed in 1897 to supply water for gold mining operations along the Waiho River, these 500-meter tunnels are now open for adventurous tourists to explore. The water inside was freezing! My feet did not enjoy that and needed plenty of breaks.

Upon arriving at the campsite that night, I was absolutely tormented by mosquitoes. Now I face a choice: endure the relentless itching or use my mosquito burner and suffer its intense burning effects. Pickle, pickle…Read more