We were in Christchurch today. I had been looking forward to this day a lot because we were going to take a beautiful train ride up the mountains and stop at Arthurs Pass and do some hiking there.
The train was scheduled to leave from Christchurch at 8:15 and we were supposed to dock at 7 am when I had scheduled our trip. Well, last night they announced a schedule change that we were to dock at 7:30. A little tight for the 25 minute taxi ride to the station we had scheduled, but we would be ok.
Unfortunately, we didn't dock and get off the ship till after 8 am. We got to the station at 8:30 and the train had left. We wouldn't be quick enough to catch at the next stop, so we got a partial refund.
This was VERY dissapointing and frustrating. We thought about renting a car and driving but didn't want to be driving all day for 3 hours of hiking, so we decided to just spend the day in Christchurch.
It was a nice town and we enjoyed the gardens, the river and the gondola. We made the best of it, but I am still going to complain to the ship for the ever changing schedule.
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Wednesday, October 29, 2008
A walk in picton
After we were done, we got a snack (deep fried corn!) And looked in some of the shops. We were pretty wiped out from the day before so we headed back early. A nice quiet day!
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Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Rest of Wellington
After Victoria Mountain, we grabbed something to eat. We then went up a cable car to the botanical gardens. We walked down to the city through the gardens. they were fantastic-not just visually, but the smells were wonderful!
Once we got done with that, we had about an hour, so we went to the Te Papa museum. We saw some great art. We then got some indian food and headed for our last item of the day. We barely caught the bus-it was actually early.
Our visit was a night tour of Karori Sanctuary. Karori is a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of Wellington. They put up a predator fence and are returning native birds to the area. We had a two hour tour in dusk and dark.
We saw a lot of birds, but heard a lot more. We heard five Kiwi birds but didn't see any (unfortunately). We did see hundreds of glowworms--that was the highlight for me! It was a very unique experience-something we won't likely do again.
It was a great day, but very tiring. Our feet are sore but we are very pleased and blessed by the day.
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Once we got done with that, we had about an hour, so we went to the Te Papa museum. We saw some great art. We then got some indian food and headed for our last item of the day. We barely caught the bus-it was actually early.
Our visit was a night tour of Karori Sanctuary. Karori is a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of Wellington. They put up a predator fence and are returning native birds to the area. We had a two hour tour in dusk and dark.
We saw a lot of birds, but heard a lot more. We heard five Kiwi birds but didn't see any (unfortunately). We did see hundreds of glowworms--that was the highlight for me! It was a very unique experience-something we won't likely do again.
It was a great day, but very tiring. Our feet are sore but we are very pleased and blessed by the day.
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Monday, October 27, 2008
Windy wellington
Once we left the ship, we walked to the bus depot and caught the bus to Island Bay. Our first activity for the day was a walk along the coast to a seal colony. We arrived and walked to the end of the road. The book made it seem like it was just a short walk from there.
Unfortunately, it was about 2 miles along beautiful, but very windy coastline. Mutliple times we were almost blown off our feet by the force of the wind. To add to that, it would pick up rocks and sand and pelt our backs. We were not looking forward to walking back with the wind scouring our faces with sand!
We finally made it to where the seals were purported to hang out. We saw three of them sunning themselves on rocks and got some great shots of them.
As we were getting our photos, a large jeep-type vehicle came over the ridge and had a tour group from our boat. As they got out, Rachael and I pointed out the seals to the driver. We then asked if we could hitch a ride back!!! We really didn't want to walk it!
He said he had room in the front seat if we would help him navigate our way through a stretch of trail that had fallen rock. Of course we said we would help and were on our way and said a few prayers of thanks!
We made it back to the start of the trail and then caught a bus to the top of victoria mountain that provides views over the entire city. Very cool, but also windy!
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Napier
We then went for a hike for a couple of hours. Unfortunately, they didn't have maps, so we couldn't plan where we went. We took the trail that we knew went to a stand of redwood trees and went that way. The redwoods were spectacular! My cellphone camera won't do them justice.
From there, we weren't quite sure how to get back to the car. After a couple of false starts, we made it back to the car.
We then went to a strawberry farm. It was huge-plants as far as you could see. After we had strawberries and ice cream, we went to a winery. Unfortunately, it was closed.
So, we went back into town and did a walking tour of downtown. It was destroyed in 1931 by an earthquake and rebuilt all in Art Deco style. Very cool.
After an adventure getting gas, we made it back to the ship safely. It was a beautiful weather day and a great day all around.
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Sunday, October 26, 2008
Tauranga / Rotorua
We had our first day of excursions. We docked in Tauranga and our rental car was waiting for us.
Our first adventure was simply adjusting to driving on a different side of the road and to the controls being on the left side.
The driving went fine during the day--no accident so wrong turns. We brought our gps with us and Rachael was a great navigator!
Our first stop was at Te Puia. It is a Maori institute and a geothermal area. We got a guided tour of the area and a demonstration of weaving and ropemaking. They also showed a Maori welcoming ritual and dances. Rachael got up on stage and did one of the dances (I have proof!).
We also got to see a Kiwi bird. It was dark and we didn't see it clearly, but we are going to say we saw one!
From there we were going to go Zorbing. For those who don't know, it is getting inside a large plastic ball and rolling downhill. Unfortunately, it was too windy and they weren't running the Zorbs at the time. So we decided to go have lunch and wait it out. They were only running the water Zorb, which means I would get soaked.
We had lunch a great place called the Fat Dog Cafe. It was very cool.
After that we went to a waterfall that wasn't as great as it was supposed to be. Not even picture-worthy.
We called the Zorb place and it was still too windy for the dry zorb. We went to a few shops to try and find a pair of shorts since I would get soaked. We didnt find any but we went back anyway.
We went and they weren't running anything due to the wind. We waited 20 minutes and they decided to run them. I had to buy a pair of shorts and got in. Rachael got some great pictures and video we will post later. It was awesome!
We then came back to the ship. It was a great first day!
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Our first adventure was simply adjusting to driving on a different side of the road and to the controls being on the left side.
The driving went fine during the day--no accident so wrong turns. We brought our gps with us and Rachael was a great navigator!
Our first stop was at Te Puia. It is a Maori institute and a geothermal area. We got a guided tour of the area and a demonstration of weaving and ropemaking. They also showed a Maori welcoming ritual and dances. Rachael got up on stage and did one of the dances (I have proof!).
We also got to see a Kiwi bird. It was dark and we didn't see it clearly, but we are going to say we saw one!
From there we were going to go Zorbing. For those who don't know, it is getting inside a large plastic ball and rolling downhill. Unfortunately, it was too windy and they weren't running the Zorbs at the time. So we decided to go have lunch and wait it out. They were only running the water Zorb, which means I would get soaked.
We had lunch a great place called the Fat Dog Cafe. It was very cool.
After that we went to a waterfall that wasn't as great as it was supposed to be. Not even picture-worthy.
We called the Zorb place and it was still too windy for the dry zorb. We went to a few shops to try and find a pair of shorts since I would get soaked. We didnt find any but we went back anyway.
We went and they weren't running anything due to the wind. We waited 20 minutes and they decided to run them. I had to buy a pair of shorts and got in. Rachael got some great pictures and video we will post later. It was awesome!
We then came back to the ship. It was a great first day!
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Day at sea
We also stopped at an active volcane called White Island. It isn't spewing a bunch of stuff but has steam and other actively venting. Pretty interesting.
It was a relaxing day and prepared us for our first port.
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Last entry from Auckland
After we boarded the ship and checked in, we went back out for one more trip. We finally found the bus we needed to take to One Tree Hill. It is an extinct volcano that the Maori used for a citadel.
Once we arrived, it was in the middle of a nice park. It had quite a few childrens play items including a zip line! We were joking that you could never have anything like that in a playground in the US because of liability. Even though it would be fun, someone would sue as soon as someone fell.
I was going to take a ride myself, but it had a line of kids every time we went by. I didn't want to be the bully so I didn't go.
We took the path up, but missed our turn to the summit. So we walked through the sheep (they were everywhere!) And thought we were close. We then asked a guard and he said we needed to go all the way back.
Well, that wasn't pleasant so we decided to go straight up to the summit. We did and it was a great (and windy) view.
We walked back and waited forever for the return bus but finally made it. We got something to eat and then went to sleep after a long couple of days.
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Once we arrived, it was in the middle of a nice park. It had quite a few childrens play items including a zip line! We were joking that you could never have anything like that in a playground in the US because of liability. Even though it would be fun, someone would sue as soon as someone fell.
I was going to take a ride myself, but it had a line of kids every time we went by. I didn't want to be the bully so I didn't go.
We took the path up, but missed our turn to the summit. So we walked through the sheep (they were everywhere!) And thought we were close. We then asked a guard and he said we needed to go all the way back.
Well, that wasn't pleasant so we decided to go straight up to the summit. We did and it was a great (and windy) view.
We walked back and waited forever for the return bus but finally made it. We got something to eat and then went to sleep after a long couple of days.
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Thursday, October 23, 2008
Sky Tower
We did get some great shots from the top however.
From there we checked into the ship and ate lunch.
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First stop in Auckland
The other picture is of a tree and its roots as we walked through the park.
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Arrival in Auckland
We are awaiting the bus from the airport into the city and then we are going to do a whirlwind tour of Auckland.
The ship leaves tonight so we won't have much time
Our luggage made it, but one of Rachael's shampoo bottles open and broke the plastic bag. She will have some minor cleaning to do, but otherwise, we are here intact!
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Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Start of the journey
We are at LAX waiting to board our LOOONNG flight to Auckland. We will be in the plane for over 12 hours. For us, Thursday the 23rd won't exist! We arrive on Friday. Wierd.
Anyways, here's hoping we can sleep on the plane!
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Friday, September 07, 2007
A flock of pelicans
Our last day in Yellowstone. We packed our things and checked out. On our way to our first stop, we saw a flock of pelicans on the lake and stopped to watch them. They were done eating, but were cool.
Pelicans in the lake
We made our way over to see the artists paintpots. They were supposed to be multi-colored mud pots, but were not. Some lady said that they had dried up recently.
We went to our last hike of the trip to Osprey Falls. We knew going in we wouldn't do the entire 9 mile hike because we had a 7 hour drive ahead of us. After about 2.5 miles we came across the first people we had seen- a man and his son. They told us they had ran across a bear about a quarter mile ahead in the trees. So we were excited to see bear, but not too close.
For the entire way through the trees, we were very cautious and looked intently for bears. It was very eerie because it was windy and the wind would whistle through the dead trees and make noises and the trees would rub up against each other and make noises. None of this would have fazed us if we didn't think there was a bear. Needless to say, unfortunatley we didn't see the bear.
Hike to Osprey Falls
We got to the turnoff and ate lunch. Another couple came by and the guy was hollering the whole way "hey bear" in an attempt to keep the bear away. Funny.
We went part of the way down and turned back because of time (and how steep of a hike we were facing). On the way back we ran into the man and his son again. Very strange.
We exited the park and are now on our way to salt lake city to rest before our flight tomorrow morning.
As we made our way in Idaho, we saw a ranch that had pronghorn antelope and they were running with each other. They were pretty fast.
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Pelicans in the lake
We made our way over to see the artists paintpots. They were supposed to be multi-colored mud pots, but were not. Some lady said that they had dried up recently.
We went to our last hike of the trip to Osprey Falls. We knew going in we wouldn't do the entire 9 mile hike because we had a 7 hour drive ahead of us. After about 2.5 miles we came across the first people we had seen- a man and his son. They told us they had ran across a bear about a quarter mile ahead in the trees. So we were excited to see bear, but not too close.
For the entire way through the trees, we were very cautious and looked intently for bears. It was very eerie because it was windy and the wind would whistle through the dead trees and make noises and the trees would rub up against each other and make noises. None of this would have fazed us if we didn't think there was a bear. Needless to say, unfortunatley we didn't see the bear.
Hike to Osprey Falls
We got to the turnoff and ate lunch. Another couple came by and the guy was hollering the whole way "hey bear" in an attempt to keep the bear away. Funny.
We went part of the way down and turned back because of time (and how steep of a hike we were facing). On the way back we ran into the man and his son again. Very strange.
We exited the park and are now on our way to salt lake city to rest before our flight tomorrow morning.
As we made our way in Idaho, we saw a ranch that had pronghorn antelope and they were running with each other. They were pretty fast.
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Thursday, September 06, 2007
.....where the deer and the antelope play
We had a great day-nothing like we had planned (which typically annoys me), but great nonetheless.
To start, it was raining-consistently and hard enough to not want to take a long hike. We had planned to hike 9 miles to Osprey Falls, but the rain changed our minds.
We drove out to that area hoping that the rain would stop before we got there. It showed no signs of slowing, so we took it easy and enjoyed the scenery. We took a couple of detours and saw a great waterfall.
We passed osprey falls and went into Mammoth. We saw a bunch of elk as we went through town. Rachael tried to get some pictures of the buck, but he was in the grass. She tried to get closer, but startled another elk and decided it was best to leave them alone.
We went past and went to Wraith falls for a short hike. It had stopped raining so we did that and saw Undine falls. We went back into town and got a few things for lunch. On the way in, more elk were there and one huge buck was just sitting there like he was posing. Rach got some great pictures.
Undine Falls
Buck sitting and posing for pictures
We were close to Montana and wanted to at least say we had been to Montana so we went that way. We crossed into Montana (the 45th parallel-halfway between the equator and the north pole) and ate lunch.
Sign for 45th parallel
We were close to Gardner Montana so we left the park and went into town (truth to be told so I could get cell coverage to check emails!!!)
While I went through all 98 emails (seriously...) Rach did a little shopping, but didn't find anything but coffee.
As we went back through the gateway arch, Rach saw an animal so we stopped to look. It was a pronghorn antelope, one of about 200 in the park. It was very close and she got some real closeups. It was especially cool because we didn't expect to see any and that it was so close.
Pronghorn Antelope
We made our way back through mammoth and on towards our last stop. We decided to hike Slough creek. We took off (followed by some Russians from new york that didn't want to hike on their own) and promptly ran into a few mule deer right on the path. More great closeups (and the title for this blog entry....)
Mule deer along the path
Slough creek was a Great hike and wish we could have done more than the 4.5 miles we did, but it looked like it was going to storm again and it was getting late.
View of Slough Creek
Slough Creek
We headed through the rest of the lamar valley to see if we could find any moose (with antlers....) And bear. We saw a group of pronghorn antelope on the road (3 of them). That is how it has happened all trip-you don't see anything and then you see them all over the place! We saw another group stopped and they said they had seen a bear. Sure enough, about 5 minutes later a big grizzly bear showed up on the other side of the river! He was pretty far away but we saw him and got some blurry pictures.
Small Grizzly Bear between the trees
Lastly, as it was dark and on our way back, rachael spotted a couple of moose-another female and baby. A great way to end the day.
Another moose and baby (still no antlers....)
Great sunset through a forest of burned out trees
We are sad that tomorrow is our last day here, but excited for what we will see tomorrow!
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Wednesday, September 05, 2007
A day around the lake
We spent the day around lake Yellowstone today and did three hikes. We started with Natural Bridge, a stone bridge carved by a stream. It was a nice hike-not to difficult. My knee started giving me more trouble during the hike-still sore from the other day.
Natural Bridge
The next hike was up elephant back mountain. Not quite sure why they call it that. Supposedly the original survey party thought it looked like an elephants back, but we couldn't tell.
Anyway, it was a great hike and we ate lunch at an overlook that had a great view of Lake Yellowstone. We saw some rain coming so we started down. We got a little rain but not much. My knee just about killed me on the way down. I decided to change out shoes from my old hiking boots to my running shoes.
We went on our final hike around storm point. My knee felt so much better on the hike. I am throwing out the old hiking boots!
Ironically enough, a storm was brewing over storm point! We had to hurry back. On the way back we ran into a couple from reno and they said they had been to a bear course and were headed to lok for bear. We hadn't seen any and followed up the road. It started raining really hard and lightning so we packed it in and headed back to the lodge. We may try again another day.
Buffalo butting heads in the middle of the road
We enjoy the quiet days like today much more than the crowd-filled days at old faithful and canyon. But, you kind of have to go to the famous places. It would be like going to paris and not seeing the eiffel tower!
We are headed to dinner. We have an early morning and a lot of driving for our day tomorrow.
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Natural Bridge
The next hike was up elephant back mountain. Not quite sure why they call it that. Supposedly the original survey party thought it looked like an elephants back, but we couldn't tell.
Anyway, it was a great hike and we ate lunch at an overlook that had a great view of Lake Yellowstone. We saw some rain coming so we started down. We got a little rain but not much. My knee just about killed me on the way down. I decided to change out shoes from my old hiking boots to my running shoes.
We went on our final hike around storm point. My knee felt so much better on the hike. I am throwing out the old hiking boots!
Ironically enough, a storm was brewing over storm point! We had to hurry back. On the way back we ran into a couple from reno and they said they had been to a bear course and were headed to lok for bear. We hadn't seen any and followed up the road. It started raining really hard and lightning so we packed it in and headed back to the lodge. We may try again another day.
Buffalo butting heads in the middle of the road
We enjoy the quiet days like today much more than the crowd-filled days at old faithful and canyon. But, you kind of have to go to the famous places. It would be like going to paris and not seeing the eiffel tower!
We are headed to dinner. We have an early morning and a lot of driving for our day tomorrow.
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Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Old faithful
As a postscript to yesterday, we went out after dinner and right down the road, we saw a group of three elk. So, they do exist!
We got up a little earlier today and went to the old faithful / geyser basin area. We stopped along the road to send email out.
Once we got there, Rach went to the visitors center and got the times for the geysers that are predictable. I was following slowly because my knee was killing me. I think I pushed too hard on sunday and screwed it up.
The greatest sign EVER! We loved seeing this everywhere.
Old Faithful was starting in 10 minutes so we went straight there. As soon as we walked up, it started! Talk about timing....
Old Faithful
From there, riverside was to start in 30 minutes. So we hustled there (limping) and made it there for a great view. It was really cool.
Riverside Geyser
The next was daisy and it erupted right on schedule. Along the way they have so many other formations.
Morning Glory pool
We ate lunch and sat down at giant geyser to wait. It will shoot water over 200 feet in the air. Worth the wait! While we were waiting, saw a little creature called a marmot hanging out by the geyser. Grand truly lived up to its name! It was spectacular and better yet, 1.5 hours early!
A small picture of a marmot - the little head in the middle of the picture
Grand Geyser - it was HUGE
We left the old faithful area and went to another geyser area that they listed would be erupting at 3:15. We got there right at that time. However, the sign at the geyser said 3:15 am. We decided not to wait!
Our last stop was the fountain paint pots. It started raining on us so we are going to call it a day and head back
Kepler Cascades - a great stop that I forgot to blog about!
We may go out at night and see if there are more animals at dusk.
Another great day!
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We got up a little earlier today and went to the old faithful / geyser basin area. We stopped along the road to send email out.
Once we got there, Rach went to the visitors center and got the times for the geysers that are predictable. I was following slowly because my knee was killing me. I think I pushed too hard on sunday and screwed it up.
The greatest sign EVER! We loved seeing this everywhere.
Old Faithful was starting in 10 minutes so we went straight there. As soon as we walked up, it started! Talk about timing....
Old Faithful
From there, riverside was to start in 30 minutes. So we hustled there (limping) and made it there for a great view. It was really cool.
Riverside Geyser
The next was daisy and it erupted right on schedule. Along the way they have so many other formations.
Morning Glory pool
We ate lunch and sat down at giant geyser to wait. It will shoot water over 200 feet in the air. Worth the wait! While we were waiting, saw a little creature called a marmot hanging out by the geyser. Grand truly lived up to its name! It was spectacular and better yet, 1.5 hours early!
A small picture of a marmot - the little head in the middle of the picture
Grand Geyser - it was HUGE
We left the old faithful area and went to another geyser area that they listed would be erupting at 3:15. We got there right at that time. However, the sign at the geyser said 3:15 am. We decided not to wait!
Our last stop was the fountain paint pots. It started raining on us so we are going to call it a day and head back
Kepler Cascades - a great stop that I forgot to blog about!
We may go out at night and see if there are more animals at dusk.
Another great day!
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Monday, September 03, 2007
The long hike
We were a little sore this morning, but not too bad. Rach had a great idea to switch up our plan and not do Old Faithful on a holiday. We decided to do a long hike to two lakes, totalling about 10 miles.
We saw a group of otters playing in the lake on the way out, so we added that to our list of seen animals!
Otters!
It was a beautiful day and in the parking area for the trail, we were greeted by a moose and her baby. Rachael got some very good pictures. We have seen so many buffalo, but no moose or elk. We keep looking!
The moose (still no antlers.....)
The wonderful bear sign we were greeted with as we started our hike
About a half mile down the trail, we came around a corner and there was a buffalo just sitting by the path. Remembering the 30 miles an hour, we detoured around while keeping a close eye. Rach was watching him and not her steps and walked into a pile of buffalo crap, which we washed off her new boots in the next stream!
The buffalo in the path
Rachael's new boots - initiated with buffalo crap
We then saw another buffalo as we crossed a corner in another half mile. This one had a crazy look in his eye so we hurried and didnt take any pictures. We made it to the first lake without any other challenges. It was very clear (cascade lake).
Cascade Lake
A swan on Cascade Lake
We headed to the second lake (grebe lake). After a mile, I saw a guy waving at me and pointing. We saw a screech owl that they had been watching for two hours (they are a lot more patient than I am). It flew to another branch while we were there and we got a picture.
Owl in flight
Grebe lake was nice as well and we ate lunch and rested there. The great thing about the hike is that we only saw 4 people the entire way there -in stark contrast to the hundreds of people the day before!
Grebe Lake
Rachael in the water at Grebe Lake
On the way back, we came across more buffalo on the trail. Right after that we saw a coyote hunting for mice in the field. We got some great shots because we were pretty close.
The coyote in the path
We decided to do one more thing when we got done and went to the west thumb geyser basin and saw some more cool boiling springs. These weren't smelly though!
Very cool pool at West Thumb
We took a wrong turn on the way back, but made it safely and are headed for dinner. Tomorrow we will go to old faithful and hope that the crowds don't kill us!
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The grand canyon of the yellowstone
Our first day hiking in the park was great! We headed to the Canyon area for the day. On the road to canyon, we were greeted with a traffic jam caused by........buffalo! They were crossing the road and we had to stop. Rachael got another "extreme" closeup of these large beasts. Supposedly they can run 30 miles an hour, so we treat them with a great deal of respect.
Buffalo Crossing
Buffalo fording the river
Buffalo Crossing
Buffalo fording the river
We made it to the canyon area (after a detour due to poorly marked signs) and did the south rim area. One of the most famous spots is called Artists point. However, it was closed. Well, we wanted to see it anyway. So, after we saw the very cool lower falls (308 foot drop), we tried to go on the closed path. We decided against it after seeing the warning signs and that they had it closed off very well. We decided we didn't want to break federal law in two parks this year!
Lower falls
We finished with the south rim and went to the north rim for more hiking around the "grand canyon of the yellowstone". The name got to be a joke because they had it plastered everywhere and wondered if the real grand canyon was upset about the name being stolen!
Unfortunately for us, we hiked up and down three really steep trails that about killed us. We walked at least 7.75 miles, but it sure felt like more! It was cool, but we saw enough of it for the day! The walls of the canyon are yellow by the way, hence "yellowstone".
"Yellow" stone
After that, we had some time and decided to drive up to see tower falls. Along the way, a huge number of cars were stopped. We asked what was going on, so we pulled the tiny car off the road to see the wolf in the field. It was really tiny, but Rach took a picture as proof. You will have to trust us.
Here is the picture as proof of the wolf. It is tiny, but is near the tree in the middle of the pic.
After dragging the bottom of the car to get back on the road (its a rental), we made our way through the burnt forest to tower falls. Unfortunately, it was closed as well! We got some pics, but from far away.
Tower Falls
On the way back, we saw a coyote in a field and got some great pics from the side of the road.
Coyote in Heyden Valley
We then ended with a couple of thermal areas. The first was the sulfur cauldon, basically two giant pools of nasty, boiling, sulfuric acid! Very stinky ( and cool). We then went across the road to a whole set of pools, mud pots and other thermals. Also smelly and very cool. I have some great video that I will post when we get back.
Video of the nasty, stinky hot boiling pool (very cool...)
A very long day, but very enjoyable. We will see how sore we are in the morning!
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