This one is out in the Hunua Ranges to the southeast of the city, on the Wairoa river. It was a nice satisfying drive through the forest, and the falls were conveniently located about 200 metres from the carpark.
Although of course we did need to visit the potty first.
We followed the trail and got our first glimpse of the falls. Someone cleverly erected this picture frame in just the perfect spot. To take this photo, I stood in the little depression in the grass that had been worn by the feet of thousands of previous picture-takers.
Then we got closer and I did a little look-around. Man, I guess we really HAVE been getting some rain lately-- just compare what we saw with previous photos.
Then we went around to the other side, over the creaky suspension bridge. Arram held tight to my hand, but Amiri wanted to jump and make it bounce.
There was another good vantage point from the middle of the bridge.
We got up close to the pool. The boys wanted to go wading but I didn't think that was such a hot idea. They were not willing to stand still for a photo shoot, but conveniently, a cooperative little Bear and Gremlin turned up so I got them instead.
Although of course we did need to visit the potty first.
We followed the trail and got our first glimpse of the falls. Someone cleverly erected this picture frame in just the perfect spot. To take this photo, I stood in the little depression in the grass that had been worn by the feet of thousands of previous picture-takers.
Then we got closer and I did a little look-around. Man, I guess we really HAVE been getting some rain lately-- just compare what we saw with previous photos.
Then we went around to the other side, over the creaky suspension bridge. Arram held tight to my hand, but Amiri wanted to jump and make it bounce.
There was another good vantage point from the middle of the bridge.
We got up close to the pool. The boys wanted to go wading but I didn't think that was such a hot idea. They were not willing to stand still for a photo shoot, but conveniently, a cooperative little Bear and Gremlin turned up so I got them instead.
4 comments:
What an adventure. You've shared sooo many interesting places in NZ with us. We love it!
I love the little bear and gremlin!
I love waterfalls and this is a beauty! It's almost like we were there with you in the video clip, thanks!
Absolutely gorgeous and those waterfalls are impressive also. I love seeing the beauty of NZ.
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