Tramping on Waiheke Island

On Saturday the 17th of March we took the 35-minute ferry ride to Waiheke Island, where we did a 7-hour tramp along the coast, through the rainforest & on the beaches. Waiheke is said the favourite destination of many aucklanders, and after spending no more than a day out there it is easy to understand why.

Waiheke Island is a picturesque blend of farmland, forest, beaches, vineyards and olive groves. There is a great range of activities on Waiheke: options include mountain biking, sea kayaking or a relaxed vineyard tour. The delectable cuisine on offer is complemented by a range of award-winning wines produced at the island's many wineries. Significant industries on the island include winemaking, olive production, tourism, arts, crafts and media.

Photo I @ lookout

Mari hugging her favorite palm tree

Photo II @ lookout

A (very) white guy and even more beautiful nature

We found this deserted beach right next to Turtle Island (in the background)...

...where we enjoyed our lunch.

Mari relaxing during our lunch break.

Visiting a wineyard (ie stealing grapes )

One of the more crowded bays of Waiheke

Waiheke Island as it appears when you arrive @ the ferry terminal

Photographic evidence that Mari was actually there

Some stupid tourist we met

Mari demonstrating tramping techniques

Having a minor break looking at the sailboats