Wanaka

Day 11 & 12

Our 2 full days in Wanaka were relatively low key with lots of walking, window shopping, eating and hanging out in our townhouse. Weather yesterday was hot (28c) but overnight rains helped bring today’s temperatures down to a more seasonable 23c. 

One of the most photographed trees in New Zealand is the “Wanaka Tree” …

In 2014, a photograph of the tree won the NZ Geographic photograph of the year and has become a social media celebrity with its own hashtag #thatWanakatree. To New Zealanders the tree is a symbol of resilience and determination. 

The B&W version of the photo perhaps is more reflective of its interesting characteristics. Its beauty lies in its inner strength more than in its external appearance. 

A few other photos taken in and around Wanaka …

Tomorrow marks the 1/2 way point of our New Zealand adventure. We are receiving regular updates from Gus (via Gillian). It reduces our stress levels considerably knowing that she - Gus - is in good hands and that they - Gus & Gillian - are getting along wonderfully well. 

Tomorrow we are off to Franz Josef Glacier, hoping that the rain currently falling there eases a little and the current high of 12c warms up a tad.

Tena koe ❤️