Friday 8th FebruaryMy new found friend and I went over to Rangitoto Island today, a volcanic island just off the Auckland coast. It takes about an hour to walk to the summit where you get the most amazing views. Plus there are also some cool lava caves which we explored on the way back down.
Rangitoto island erupted from the sea around 600 years ago and now has an array of lush vegetation, rugged lava crops and sandy coves. The weather was boiling though which made the ascent quite tough going but the views were well worth it.
I sensibly stopped off for suntan lotion on the way there and was fascinated to discover that they didn't sell anything lower than factor 30. Which is good for me, but also just shows how strong the sun is and how they won't tolerate the baby oil brits abroad bathers.
Everybody here is so friendly (not that they weren't in Japan I just couldn't communicate with them) from the shop assistants to the bus drivers they all want to chat to you. I just hope that when Helen leaves in the morning I meet some other friends to carry on my adventures with.
2 comments:
Claire!! I love it that you have pics up here now... its so nice to see you in that lovely sunny weather. I would be jealous but actually can't complain - we've had some gorgeous sunny (But not hot!!) days here.
Charne and Vicky are with me this weekend - and we're making all our invitations!! EEEK quite a big job.
Anyway, thinking of you, Love Kate and Martin xxx
As I predicted, there you are in glorious temps. and we're digging out of 50cm (20") of the white stuff. Have fun in N.Z. lol Judy
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