Beach marathon?

Last Thursday, 17 Feb, the members of my flat (well, just two of us nia), went for a beach marathon - just 3 though. It was about 30mins drive to the first one. Our driver was Miss Phoebe. 

 Seriously, I need to write down the name of the beaches that we went cos' I can't remember the first one!! I just managed to recall the word, ngunguru, tutukaka, matapouri . . .

 I can't read map well which is why I have my best buddy here with me always to light up my path in the dark

 The whole journey was WINDY, varying speed range from 25 to 100. Can you imagine that while we were on the road, driving at 80 then suddenly just about 10km away, the sign board read 35. After about 1-2 minutes, another sign board showed a higher number like 80 and down again after a few minutes. *no joking* 

 Oh we arrived at the second beach and I believe this is Matapouri Beach. Phoebe was adjusting her micro four third *concentrate*

 The houses at the beach

 Flat staircase to the wonderful relaxing place

 Randomly drew this with my bare foot

 Look how happy she is

 Okay, I am trying to balance myself

We don't even know the name of this beach at first. Had to ask two people in the car and they told us it was Matapouri. We also inquired if they knew where Whale bay is. Haha, guess what, the four of us just read the map together cos' they were tourists from Europe. I think they were French. 

 Yes! We found it!!!

Whale bay is just like entering another dimension and of course it was not a starightforward path. We had to do a bit of hiking before we could experience the serene and spectacular view

 Almost there!! *puff puff puff*

 I see it now!

Still in the middle of walking in the 'forest'

 Pretty right?

It is an amazing experience and really worth the walk just to reach this beautiful beach. I saw a sweet old couple just strolling along while holding hands. *sweeet*

After this, Phoebe and I were so exhausted. Guess it must be the walk

-The End-