A long drive yesterday, going past Hokitika to the West CoastTree Top Walkway. A bit shaky, as the walkway moves in the breeze! But it was wild to walk in the treetops!
The town of Hokitika has become very much a tourist attraction. Didn’t stay there long, except to visit the beach.
I left the comfort of Nelson for a day long trip to the west coast of the south island of New Zealand, stopping in Westport before the Cape Foulwind seal colony.
I took video of baby seals, playing in a little playpen, but I can’t post a video here.
I visited the Moutere Inn today, established 1850.
An absolutely stunning day on the water today! A little swimming, sunning, hiking in Abel Tasman Park. Saw Split Apple Rock, a famous landmark. Awesome day! Mac and Emma from @abeltasmancharters were the best!
The Anatoki Fish Farm raises the fish and places them in their pond. They give you a rod, and if you catch a fish, they will cook it for you for lunch! So much fun and absolutely delicious!
Te Waikoropupu Springs has the cleanest freshwater in the world. They actually measured it. And you’re not allowed to even stick your toe in it! What a beautiful place!
I’ve seen the Southern Cross for the third time. That’s it on the right… Kind of looks like a kite. The two stars on the left are Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.
Fish plate…2 kinds of smoked fish: salmon and warehou. Grilled tarakihi. Garlic prawns. Crispy calamari. Cornichons, caper mayo, salad and ciabatta bread. I will have this again!
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