The northwest part of the South Island of New Zealand looks like a kiwi. I am staying just under the start of the beak – at the base of a 30km spit of sand. I had a busy day exploring it, the nearby cliff faces and the famous Wharariki Beach.

I cycled out from the end of the Heaphy Trail and back to civilisation – the town of Collingwood. The weather has changed – the sun has decided to shine and the rain has stopped.
I left my accommodation at 1pm with a mission. To see as much as possible. The Farewell Spit.


The cliff faces looking over the Spit.

And Wharariki Beach.



I returned to the beach for sunset.



It’s been a long day. Tomorrow begins my trek to Picton where the ferry is waiting to take me to Wellington and my flight home.
Nice photos again. If you are in Picton, walk/bike the victoria domain, stunning views over the marlborough sounds!
Looks beautiful! I’ll be in Picton soon and will check it out. Thanks for the tip!
Truly beautiful. Thanks for sharing this trip with us.
Thanks Valerie. It has been a lovely trip.
finally some better weather. You really have to work hard, also mentally this trip. respect! beautiful pics of this location.
Thanks! It is so lovely having nice weather..