Introduction to today's journey
Today's journey continues north passing Totaranui Beach and crossing the Anapai Headlands to the rugged northern beaches. Eventually I reach Separation Point before turning into Golden Bay and descending to Whariwharangi Hut. After a break I return across to Mutton Cove and return along the coast to Anapai Bay Camping Ground.
Today's Journey
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Setting off early in the morning, I cross the headland at the northern end of Waiharakeke Bay and cross Goat Bay. In the distance is Totaranui Beach and Anapai Headlands. |
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Looking back from Skinner Point at the top of Goat Bay towards the Awaroa Heads and Tonga Saddle which I crossed yesterday. |
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Looking back along the pristine Totaranui Beach. |
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Dense fern foliage as I explore the Anapai Headlands along the Headlands Track. |
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Returning to the main track, I reach Anapai Bay. Here I set up camp and rest for a while before exploring the northern bays. |
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Hiking along Anatakapau Bay looking towards Separation Point, which separates Tasman Bay from Golden Bay. |
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Hiking above Mutton Cove towards Separation Point. |
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After briefly reaching Separation Point, I continue along the northern coast a short distance into Golden Bay before the track descends to Whariwharangi Beach. A short distance in from the beach is the historic Whariwharangi Hut, an old farming homestead. |
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From Whariwharangi I follow a track directly over the hills returning to Anakakapau Bay, passing its spectacular headlands before crossing them back to Anapai Bay. |
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Rock formation at the northern end of Anapai Bay. From here I return to my nearby campsite before darkness falls. |
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