Having stopped to cook dinner on the Alpine Fault (which according to the tracking wall built by geologists hasn't moved so we knew we were safe!) and gathered a few more sandfly bites in the Nelson Lakes National Park at our DOC camp, we headed onwards and upwards to our next 'wow' spot - Abel Tasman National Park.
Arriving at Kaiteriteri beach (supposedly one of the top 10 beaches in the world according to The Guardian) in hot sunshine was simply stunning. The golden sands, bright turquoise sea and lush green islands were a sight of wonder in December! Plus with the deliciously sweet strawberries we'd picked up on the way I (Jules) was in heaven!
We really got into exploring this beautiful coastline when we hired a sea kayak for the day. Suited and booted with our bright yellow vessel we headed off at a good pace along coastline.
With 9 golden beaches to choose from (what a hard life!) we enjoyed taking our time kayaking around each bay choosing our favourites for a snack and sunbathe.
The wind and waves were luckily on our side on the return which helped our weary arms!
Kayaking is undoubtably the best way to discover the southern part of the National Park, especially when its hot and sunny!
Strawberries on the beach in December (2nd Dec 2013)
We really got into exploring this beautiful coastline when we hired a sea kayak for the day. Suited and booted with our bright yellow vessel we headed off at a good pace along coastline.
With 9 golden beaches to choose from (what a hard life!) we enjoyed taking our time kayaking around each bay choosing our favourites for a snack and sunbathe.
Kayaking the golden bays of Abel Tasman (2nd Dec 2013)
The wind and waves were luckily on our side on the return which helped our weary arms!
Kayaking is undoubtably the best way to discover the southern part of the National Park, especially when its hot and sunny!
you two will eventually realize by journey's end that New Zealand has by far the most beautiful beaches per capita then any other country in the world. Extraordinary to say the least and most are empty of people!
ReplyDeleteYes the kayak is the best mode of travel ever invented.
Franklin
It sure is! You are so much more involved in the environment around you... And you get to splash Jules which is always a bonus!
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