We are volcanic, so yes, mountains, hills and curves. Hope you heard the Kiwis calling and the little fantail and rifleman kept you company. A great lookout.
Thankyou. I agree do the scout thing and be prepared. The track to many keen NZ outdoors enthusiasts would be viewed as a " 4 lane highway". Life is a calculated risk and for living
I really don't intend this in a rude way, & I wish you guys all the best, but I have to agree with a lot of the comments here. Your experience of driving in NZ has been Auckland south & a little bit, I presume around Tauranga/BOP. That's where 40%+ of the country lives & those are some of the best roads in the country. The road you drove on was normal. Nearly all the roads in NZ are single lane each way & with a lot of turns. Blind corners are the norm, especially in the North Island which is more hilly than the south. Yes, the south has the mountains, but the main roads are down the coasts. Re the hike itself......I've been on plenty of tracks where even the idea of handrails is moot & with a lot bigger drops than that. That track, while substandard for the US was perfectly normal by NZ standards. There are a lot of things you can do in NZ that you can't in the States - AJ Hackets pulled out of the US because they got tired of being sued. Culturally you are coming from a very litigious society that ensures certain standards.....and adds a lot of costs while making insurance companies very, very rich. There are also a lot more people there which means there's more tax money to pay for things . NZ is a "can do, she'll be right, you're an adult make your own decision we aren't going to mollycoddle" you type of place. In fact, ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation) was brought with the arguments being we didn't want a litigious society. The attitude to getting hurt in NZ, at least when I was a kid, was pretty much that someone stuffed up or was reckless, not that the gov't society/a particular corporation should have made it safer. To conclude, again I really didn't mean this in a rude way, but you are entering a very different culture/approach to risk and I genuinely think most kiwis reading this would see the end of your title - Was it worth it? Would think "Don't leave the house then". While you have young kids you might want to stick to the botanical gardens. Hamilton gardens is something I'm sure you'd enjoy. In Tauranga: Memorial park, Kulim park, the lakes waterpark, Mount Drury, Gordon Carmichael reserve etc
You guys will definitely have an adjustment period, that's not a windy road, that's just a road to us, you will know when it's windy and narrow. I wouldn't put any trust in those old railings lol, that's just a normal family walking track for most of us. Loving the content and it will be great when you guys look back on these videos when your walking up town barefoot 😁
That's a pretty standard family walk for New Zealand guys. Beautiful rugged and with water. flat walks you'll find in the towns and citys other wise everything will have hills, mud, and over growth .
It you made that road trip every day for 6 months, you'd feel more comfortable. NZ drivers are impatient, sadly, but you're in control of your car, so go the speed you need to. If you hold up traffic when there are places you could pull over to let others pass, the people following will be annoyed. Expect bush walks to be slippery after rain, all the walkers turn it to mud. I'm a little unsteady on my feet and wouldn't do these enclosed by bush walks in winter. Lovely looking walk and waterfall though! I'd love to do it in summer.
Just be warned that Kiwi Easy is often much like you experienced, so be warned of moderate and hard. Usually the REALLY easy-going tracks will have wheelchair/elderly access. Many Kiwi kids walk similar tracks and even the hard ones when tramping, and you never hear of major accidents.
McLaren falls can be viewed from the road, then drive on up to the park. Picnic spots by the lake. More your style walking wise, especially while pregnant. Access road is NARROW, some sharp corners but you will cope. There is even a cafe at McClaren falls park, which if you are lucky will be open. Nz walking tracks are often narrow, no railings etc but you will acclimatize. Have you walked out to the bow hole at the mount yet...thats nice and short. But remember better footage, slides are not the thing to hike in, especially after a wet winter when everything is muddy.
Forget US standards in NZ,there's a massive cultural difference regarding personal injury. Sueing a person or entity is almost unheard of in NZ,we gave up the right to sue so the health system takes care of injuries and the Gov. (ACC) takes care of lost earnings. This leads to a far less risk averse culture where people are more willing to take risks.
This might sound silly, but there is a thing called the Maori vowel song , it’s really pretty good for learning/remembering how to pronounce Maori. Learnt in primary school and never forgot lol.
Maori alphabet. Its the maori alphabet. The maori alphabet isnt letters or characters, its syllables. Once you learn these syllables, pronounciation is easier. Still struggle with a few words tho
It's beautiful in Summer though heaps more people then. And remember we've had uber heavy rainfall lately. Would definitely make it more slippery. So purdy though😍. Pronounced: Ki (rhymes with sky )- ee-tay.....but hardly say the "ee"..... Falls
I enjoyed that. As for the dangers with those narrow roads and the track to the falls, l believe it's one of those things that you have to get used to. Agree that being pregnant and in sandals/slippers it would be harder than it need be. No matter how short or safe a coming hike is gonna be, take water, insect repellent and shower proof tops. A small first aid kit also good. Suggest you get a couple of hiking poles to carry in the car as well. Great to see you 3 out and about exploring. Btw, why wear a cap backwards unless of course it's to protect your neck when gorgeous little Charlotte throws up? 👍🏻😄
Couldn't help giggling at your comment. That is on a beaten track, but a walking staff is a help going up and down hill as someone said. I agree Welcome Bay has some of the best motorcycle roads in the Tauranga area, it's great to be able to scrape pegs while not exceeding the speed limit... Kudos on doing the steps.
That's nothing what yous did guess what you haven't touched the surface yet more to come better get out of your comfort zone and no rails and jumping off cliffs into water
Unless you are a fit seasoned hiker it would be advisable to stay away from those places, slippery tracks and deep swift running water are not the best locations for families with babies and young children. Stick with walks along the beach and the fresh sea air. Otherwise I enjoyed the scenery, thank you.😁
الطبيعة الساحرة جميلة ما شاء الله
We are volcanic, so yes, mountains, hills and curves. Hope you heard the Kiwis calling and the little fantail and rifleman kept you company. A great lookout.
Thankyou. I agree do the scout thing and be prepared. The track to many keen NZ outdoors enthusiasts would be viewed as a " 4 lane highway". Life is a calculated risk and for living
It's August! It's still rainy weather. Most NZers do these walks in summer.
Kiwi kids consider that a simple walk
Kaiate (Kye=Ah=teh)
Hi I am a kiwi living in Sweden watching you makes me home sick and happy at the same time
I really don't intend this in a rude way, & I wish you guys all the best, but I have to agree with a lot of the comments here. Your experience of driving in NZ has been Auckland south & a little bit, I presume around Tauranga/BOP. That's where 40%+ of the country lives & those are some of the best roads in the country. The road you drove on was normal. Nearly all the roads in NZ are single lane each way & with a lot of turns. Blind corners are the norm, especially in the North Island which is more hilly than the south. Yes, the south has the mountains, but the main roads are down the coasts.
Re the hike itself......I've been on plenty of tracks where even the idea of handrails is moot & with a lot bigger drops than that. That track, while substandard for the US was perfectly normal by NZ standards. There are a lot of things you can do in NZ that you can't in the States - AJ Hackets pulled out of the US because they got tired of being sued. Culturally you are coming from a very litigious society that ensures certain standards.....and adds a lot of costs while making insurance companies very, very rich. There are also a lot more people there which means there's more tax money to pay for things . NZ is a "can do, she'll be right, you're an adult make your own decision we aren't going to mollycoddle" you type of place. In fact, ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation) was brought with the arguments being we didn't want a litigious society. The attitude to getting hurt in NZ, at least when I was a kid, was pretty much that someone stuffed up or was reckless, not that the gov't society/a particular corporation should have made it safer.
To conclude, again I really didn't mean this in a rude way, but you are entering a very different culture/approach to risk and I genuinely think most kiwis reading this would see the end of your title - Was it worth it? Would think "Don't leave the house then".
While you have young kids you might want to stick to the botanical gardens. Hamilton gardens is something I'm sure you'd enjoy. In Tauranga: Memorial park, Kulim park, the lakes waterpark, Mount Drury, Gordon Carmichael reserve etc
Yes, have to agree with Pauls3852
You guys will definitely have an adjustment period, that's not a windy road, that's just a road to us, you will know when it's windy and narrow. I wouldn't put any trust in those old railings lol, that's just a normal family walking track for most of us. Loving the content and it will be great when you guys look back on these videos when your walking up town barefoot 😁
Lol
Gumboots!! This Nana did it with her two little grandchildren👍
That's a pretty standard family walk for New Zealand guys. Beautiful rugged and with water. flat walks you'll find in the towns and citys other wise everything will have hills, mud, and over growth .
I guess you'll get used to New Zealand, most beauty spots not commercialised with nice paved paths and souvenir shops.
It you made that road trip every day for 6 months, you'd feel more comfortable. NZ drivers are impatient, sadly, but you're in control of your car, so go the speed you need to. If you hold up traffic when there are places you could pull over to let others pass, the people following will be annoyed.
Expect bush walks to be slippery after rain, all the walkers turn it to mud. I'm a little unsteady on my feet and wouldn't do these enclosed by bush walks in winter.
Lovely looking walk and waterfall though! I'd love to do it in summer.
Just be warned that Kiwi Easy is often much like you experienced, so be warned of moderate and hard. Usually the REALLY easy-going tracks will have wheelchair/elderly access. Many Kiwi kids walk similar tracks and even the hard ones when tramping, and you never hear of major accidents.
McLaren falls can be viewed from the road, then drive on up to the park. Picnic spots by the lake. More your style walking wise, especially while pregnant. Access road is NARROW, some sharp corners but you will cope. There is even a cafe at McClaren falls park, which if you are lucky will be open. Nz walking tracks are often narrow, no railings etc but you will acclimatize. Have you walked out to the bow hole at the mount yet...thats nice and short. But remember better footage, slides are not the thing to hike in, especially after a wet winter when everything is muddy.
Forget US standards in NZ,there's a massive cultural difference regarding personal injury. Sueing a person or entity is almost unheard of in NZ,we gave up the right to sue so the health system takes care of injuries and the Gov. (ACC) takes care of lost earnings. This leads to a far less risk averse culture where people are more willing to take risks.
This might sound silly, but there is a thing called the Maori vowel song , it’s really pretty good for learning/remembering how to pronounce Maori. Learnt in primary school and never forgot lol.
It could also be called A Haka Mana :)
Maori alphabet. Its the maori alphabet. The maori alphabet isnt letters or characters, its syllables.
Once you learn these syllables, pronounciation is easier. Still struggle with a few words tho
Do u think u can archive the google classroom from last year
It's beautiful in Summer though heaps more people then. And remember we've had uber heavy rainfall lately. Would definitely make it more slippery. So purdy though😍.
Pronounced: Ki (rhymes with sky )- ee-tay.....but hardly say the "ee"..... Falls
Hmm. Not as I understood it. petnzme has the mainstream pronunciation, imo.
Yeah, nah, that pronunciation is not correct. As above, petnzme's pronunciation is on point, Kye-ah-teh.
Yeah our roads are a bit shit
Ah well the more adventures you have the better you will cope. Check out maclearens falls
Super cautious. Just go with the flow.
I enjoyed that. As for the dangers with those narrow roads and the track to the falls, l believe it's one of those things that you have to get used to. Agree that being pregnant and in sandals/slippers it would be harder than it need be. No matter how short or safe a coming hike is gonna be, take water, insect repellent and shower proof tops. A small first aid kit also good. Suggest you get a couple of hiking poles to carry in the car as well. Great to see you 3 out and about exploring. Btw, why wear a cap backwards unless of course it's to protect your neck when gorgeous little Charlotte throws up? 👍🏻😄
NZ isn't Disneyland. Perhaps wait until you are not pregnant. Try Whangarei Falls, although still no rails
Couldn't help giggling at your comment. That is on a beaten track, but a walking staff is a help going up and down hill as someone said. I agree Welcome Bay has some of the best motorcycle roads in the Tauranga area, it's great to be able to scrape pegs while not exceeding the speed limit...
Kudos on doing the steps.
Pronounced Ky-ar- tay
It's always a bit harder doing these things in the winter. If you want to do the McLaren Falls, then they are dead easy though.
That's nothing what yous did
guess what you haven't touched the surface yet more to come better get out of your comfort zone and no rails and jumping off cliffs into water
Unless you are a fit seasoned hiker it would be advisable to stay away from those places, slippery tracks and deep swift running water are not the best locations for families with babies and young children. Stick with walks along the beach and the fresh sea air. Otherwise I enjoyed the scenery, thank you.😁
KAI A TE Kai ends like Pie
A sounds like a in a
Te sounds like tear
Its a little more energetic.
You need to wear sneakers, proper shoes