After visiting Langs beach the other half decided he wanted to visit the local Waipu Caves (pronounced why-poo). The entrance is off a long gravel road off the main State Highway north.
Surrounded by native bush, this area is frequented by cavers and people exploring inside which runs about 1km before it gets so narrow you can't go any further.
It was so dark inside that we found it extremely difficult to photograph even with torches so the flash sadly was used in each one.
The inside consists of different caves, puddles of water, limestone, dolomite and gypsum formations and tunnels. This area is of special significance to Maori as it was probably used for ceremonies.
There are walks and tracks outside too and lead up to views over Bream Bay and the Whangarei harbour.
The road out looking out over the whole countryside is covered in expansive harbour views and farmland. I think although this time we had good footwear (I had on gumboots) and torches if we go back there at any point we would need perhaps to be a bit more experienced in caving.
8 comments:
It's really good to be reminded of wonderful experiences. Thank you.
What a great experience. Wish I were there.
It looks like a beautiful place! That first photo is so pretty and has an air of mystery about it.
The cave looks quite appealing!
Beautiful place, wonderful photos.
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I'd love to visit the caves! My kids will get a kick out of the name!
wow, definitely a place I would love to visit. Love the trees, the rock and the cave. Did I forget something?
I wasn't brave enough to go far enough in that it got too narrow. Plus, it was quite wet when we were there. I loved that these big, fascinating caves are just open to be explored.
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