Jan. 23, 2009
Mahia Peninsula
Hands down the finest campsite I've had on this trip, and one for the life Top 10 list.
I'm situated on a grassy bluff above short limestome cliffs, surrounded 180 degrees by Mahia Bay. In the distance, I can see the mountain ranges of Gisborne. Just below the bluff are beautiful limestone cliffs and rock shelves extending into the water. There is a perfect keyhole beach in a joint in the rock with just enough sand for a tent. Best of all, the water is clear and WARM...maybe 72 degrees. Not a cloud in the sky: this area is famous for having the best weather in New Zealand, and feels more like Greece than New Zealand.
If that wasn't enough, there are several reef/point setups within a short paddle. All we need now is a northeast swell....
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