After a drive from Napier we ended up in Pongaroa via the metropolis that is Dannevirk. We had just enough time to drop our bags off and accompany our genial host to the Pongaroa Hotel, formally the Pongaroa Tavern.
We conveniently got there just in time to watch the Super 14 rugby, Blues v Crusaders. After several pitchers of DB Gold and a delicious steak meal we rturned in the dark to the Bowies residence for more beer and rugby.
After a good nights sleep we awoke to the spectacular views from the house on the hill.
A lazy day planned, a walk up the hill, a ride on the quad and lunch on the deck.
I can think of worst ways to spend a Saturday morning!
Afternoon and we are off to Wahi Falls and then on to Akitio to have a look at the Bowies beach house and a stroll on the sand.
Wahi Falls above, Chris decided to try to walk along the top!
Akitio Beach above site of the Bowie's beach house.
Quite a full on Sunday now for a more laid back Monday, mustering and drenching sheep. Chris was in his element. It was a bit of fun but really quite hard work.
Time goes too quickly tomorrow it's off to Wellington and our flight to Queenstown and all that that brings!
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