Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Fun in Funyaks
Since last we posted (I say we, this is Cathy again - Louise and Jordana are off skiing today!) we began our NZ adventure with a trip to a Maori Concert which we all enjoyed very much.
Tuesday saw us get an early start as we were off on a trip to the Dart River (location of a lot of filming of the Lord of the Rings films.) The weather was much better and Jordana was able to see the mountains surrounding the town and know we weren't just fibbing about the beauty of the place! The day began with a 45min drive to a little town called Glenorchy where we got into our fabulously flattering wetsuits and about 3 fleeces. Despite this Jordana and Louise were cold pretty much all day again! I thought it was lovely.. such softies those two..!
Anyway, once kitted out, we had a jet boat ride up the river, then had to pump up our funyaks (inflatable kayaks.) There was only us, two Australian girls (one also called Jordana spookily enough) and our guide Shelly. An all female day! The clouds were rather low for much of the morning, but as the day wore on they lifted, and we could see the stunning mountain scenery as we paddled down river. It really was beautiful. Do take a look at the photo album via the link below to see us in paddling action! We got to be pretty expert paddlers by the end of the day.
We had an equally dazzling drive back along the edge of Lake Wakatipu where the evening sunshine was lovely. We were all extremely tired after a day of fresh air and exercise - I couldn't keep my eyes open and went to bed just after 9.30pm (anyone who knows me knows how unnatural that is!) Louise and Jordana weren't too far behind as they had to be ready to get the bus up to Coronet Peak for skiing today. They'll have to come and post about it.
Today I am off to see some kiwis (the birds) and catch another Maori show, then heading to Arrowtown on a double decker sightseeing bus!
Thanks for the comments everyone. Glad you're getting a bit of sunshine finally.
Click here to view the Photobox photo album.
Tuesday saw us get an early start as we were off on a trip to the Dart River (location of a lot of filming of the Lord of the Rings films.) The weather was much better and Jordana was able to see the mountains surrounding the town and know we weren't just fibbing about the beauty of the place! The day began with a 45min drive to a little town called Glenorchy where we got into our fabulously flattering wetsuits and about 3 fleeces. Despite this Jordana and Louise were cold pretty much all day again! I thought it was lovely.. such softies those two..!
Anyway, once kitted out, we had a jet boat ride up the river, then had to pump up our funyaks (inflatable kayaks.) There was only us, two Australian girls (one also called Jordana spookily enough) and our guide Shelly. An all female day! The clouds were rather low for much of the morning, but as the day wore on they lifted, and we could see the stunning mountain scenery as we paddled down river. It really was beautiful. Do take a look at the photo album via the link below to see us in paddling action! We got to be pretty expert paddlers by the end of the day.
We had an equally dazzling drive back along the edge of Lake Wakatipu where the evening sunshine was lovely. We were all extremely tired after a day of fresh air and exercise - I couldn't keep my eyes open and went to bed just after 9.30pm (anyone who knows me knows how unnatural that is!) Louise and Jordana weren't too far behind as they had to be ready to get the bus up to Coronet Peak for skiing today. They'll have to come and post about it.
Today I am off to see some kiwis (the birds) and catch another Maori show, then heading to Arrowtown on a double decker sightseeing bus!
Thanks for the comments everyone. Glad you're getting a bit of sunshine finally.
Click here to view the Photobox photo album.
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Oh no! The album is not available for public viewing. Could it be the internet police felt it would be too ditressing for innocent browsers to see the three of you in wetsuits?
Hi All sounds as though you all had a spiritual moment with the scenery !!! Jordana ( car in for service today) Sidney is fine and eating well. Can't seem to get at the latest photos that have been posted - probably me !!! Enjoy the skiing !!!
yeah, cant get into the photos cathy even when registered without another step... can you post them anywhere else?
Cathy thank you for the update. Jordana every morning I look forward to reading the news. It truly sounds like the holiday of a lifetime. Having looked into all the links the views look spectacular, hold the dream! I'm extremely pleased & proud of you that you've had the opportunity to do this.
The album is now available. Many thanks to the technician! Those photos are excellent. The views you must have had during your funyak outing look awesome. Keep enjoying yourselves!! xx
boating down the river takes on a new meaning from the photographs. like the outfit - Jordana !!! Hope you were able to get photos of the skiing and the rest - just to get your mother in a tiss !!!! keep enjoying every moment - very jealous missing you.
Hello ladiee
Wow loved the photos, it all looks really amazing. I'm so proud of you Jordana and very envious for the once in a life time trip you are experiencing. I really hope you are having the time of your life. Really enojoyed speaking last nite. Can't wait to see more photos. Hope you are enjoying or have enjoyed paragliding. Missing you with all my heart so is paul and birthday boy warren xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Wow loved the photos, it all looks really amazing. I'm so proud of you Jordana and very envious for the once in a life time trip you are experiencing. I really hope you are having the time of your life. Really enojoyed speaking last nite. Can't wait to see more photos. Hope you are enjoying or have enjoyed paragliding. Missing you with all my heart so is paul and birthday boy warren xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Thanks cathy for sorting out the photos and updating the blog. Hope the three of you are having a lovely time. Hope the weather warms up for you Jordana and louise
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Gee, seeing you all in that last pic, paddling off like that down the river, set my mind a drifting... and I haven't been able to get that Dueling Banjos song (from Deliverance) outa my head ever since. lol
Paddle On!!!
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