Koruno

Our spring holidays took us to the wild West Coast of New Zealand, where we explored rugged coastlines, hidden seal colonies and spectacular rock formations. We started with the Cape Foulwind walk, spotting seals among the rocks and wekas along the way, before heading to Punakaiki for its famous pancake rocks and natural bridges. The…

Highlight of our trip to Golden Bay was driving all the way in to the Totaranui campground and walking over the hill to Anapai Beach. A short one hour walk, suitable for the whole family, that leads to a quiet yet outstanding spot in the park.

I think we’ll never get tired of this place. One of the most picturesque beaches of NZ. Accessible only on foot across sheep paddocks and white sand dunes.

We’ll spend a few days in Golden Bay, showing Oma some traveller highlights that lie within a stone’s throw of our home. Our itinerary for the day includes:

Today we’re heading out to Achorage, the first stop of the Sea Shuttle in the park. Everyone is onboard, including Oma and big sister.

One of my all-time-favorite beaches in NZ. A short walk across the dunes reveals a stunning landscape of natural beauty.

Come here if you like Nikau palms as much as I do.

Three weeks on the road to go all the way up to Cape Reinga and back. Guess who forgot the camera bag back home. 🤦‍♂️ Sorry, only mobile phone photos this time.