Tunnel Beach was one of the first places we visited on our New Zealand road trip and when we arrived I had no idea what to expect. Even though the entrance sign said “Allow 1 hour”, you could see that it was a steep downhill walk and everyone on their way back up looked red-faced, out-of-breath, and incredibly relieved to be at the top.
As we started the trek down, I kept thinking to myself “This better be worth it”. Along the way some kind soul read my mind and responded out loud “Don’t worry, it’s worth it” with a smile.
Wow, were they right.
We rounded a corner and the view was absolutely breathtaking. So breathtaking, that I dragged Christopher back at 5am the next morning to catch the sunrise. (Me, willingly up before sunrise? – That’s how you know it is good!)
It has been my favorite sunrise so far in our travels and one of my top 10 favorite places visited so far. Enjoy!
Aroha from New Zealand (well technically South Africa now),
Cathleen & Christopher
I literally LOL’ed at “…you could see that it was a steep downhill walk and everyone on their way back up looked red-faced, out-of-breath, and incredibly relieved to be at the top.” I’m having sudden flashbacks to DC on July 4th hahahahaha. As always, these pictures are breathtaking. Love you guys!
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Yes, it was EXACTLY like that! Haha.
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You can use that selfie stick to get both of you in the same photo!! Glad we could help….
This place looks amazing. So much more to see!
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What selfie stick? …
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Those pictures area amazing! You should definitely frame them when you return or sell them to people- absolutely gorgeous!
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Awww, thanks! I definitely plan on framing at least one of these — I just have to find a home to hang them in first. 🙂
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downright unbelievable
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What a beautiful spot!! Absolutely love the colors you were able to capture!! ❤
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Even after five months of travelling, it is still one of my top 5 places we’ve been!
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