Spring walking – Mahineapua Peninsula

Today dawned a perfect spring day so we decided to venture a little further afield for our daily exercise. A walk along the Mahineapua Peninsula. It is a track that we have walked before but not for at least four years. We had forgotten what a special walk this can be, especially on a clear and bright spring morning.

fullsizeoutput_56d8 — It is a short wak – around 5.3km return but it is also not a flat walk. Spring, autumn or early morning are probably the best times to walk.

A section of steps – the elevation does of course mean that you get some spectacular views.

Itt is a Peninsula so there are sea views on both sides

It is best to stay on the track – the landing zone should you fall is probably pretty unforgiving.

fullsizeoutput_56ce — ruth surveys the distant Motuekaiti Island

fullsizeoutput_56cb — The Manuka was in full bloom and full of bees

CLIF1095 — The flax was also in bloom – a bee bonus

fullsizeoutput_56d5 — The spiders had built homes with a view

CLIF1078 — The distant Cavalli Islands reminded us of happy times on Agnes

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