Navigate tunnels, cool off in a river and delve into gold mining history – you can’t bypass this Kaimai favourite. The opportunity to walk this loop for a second time was met with enthusiasm by two adventurous pre-teens who, along with the adults, rate it highly for its level of challenge, gold-mining history, fun quotient and midway […]
About the author
Diana Ward
Diana Ward pairs her love of adventuring with storytelling. A career as director/producer in television and video production has taken her to countries like India, Thailand, Bangladesh and throughout the Pacific. She has a Master of Arts in languages and film. She has tramped since childhood and loves exploring Aotearoa solo, with friends, and with her daughter and grandson. Her walking buddies appreciate her photos and granola bars.
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