The Catlins Continued....

It looks like I had to create another blog post to add all the pictures I wanted to post--not sure why--maybe there's a limit on pictures for each post? Anyhow, here's a continuation of my Catlins tour. The highlight of my trip through the Catlins was the visit to Nugget Point. They call it that because the rocks in the ocean look like gold nuggets. The sun had come through by the time I got to Nugget Point, which made it just breathtaking. Here are some pictures from Nugget Point, including some of me in there so you all don't think I'm putting postcards on this blog. :)











My trip ended at the Otago Peninsula, where I walked down to this beach and saw one yellow-eyed penguin from the penguin hide (they're very shy when they see humans). I was hoping to see more, but at least I got to see one, even though it was from really far away. Here's a picture from the top of the beach where I saw the penguin.



And lastly, here's a picture of MY RIDE--my trustworthy travel companion--my 1989 Mitsubishi! It held up really well on the long journey. Also below is a picture I took on the ride back to Queenstown. I didn't know the ride back would be so beautiful, so it was a pleasant surprise.





Well next week I go on an overnight kayaking trip in Doubtful Sound. So there'll be more pictures coming. I've never been kayaking, so it should be an adventure!