Coromandel Peninsula by ClanWilliams
If you’re wondering what it would be like to travel in New Zealand with your family, follow ClanWilliams as they travel in a “cozy campervan” for a month. From Hammer Springs to Auckland, national parks to natural wonders, this family has had quite the adventure.
Here’s an excerpt from their journal entry, Coromandel Peninsula, describing their impressions of this beautiful location:
“The eastern side of the Coromandel Peninsula is full of secluded white sandy beaches, turquoise waters contrasted with the red flowers of the Pohutakawa Trees which grow all over the area, it makes for some amazing contrasting colours.” (more…)
They also enjoyed horseback riding nearby:
“We also managed to go horse riding in the hills in Coroglen, on a farm owned by a lovely couple, Tess and Nick, who took us round. Megan was quite cautious at first. Luca got on his pony like he’d been born to ride. In the end they both absolutely loved it, and so did Evan and I.
Today we drove a pretty big distance round the Peninsula and past Auckland towards Northland where we will spend the last 3 nights of our trip. I can’t believe how quickly time has flown. We are very glad that we have spent 4 weeks and no less doing this journey and still we have left things out that we simply didn’t have time for. This country is breathtakingly beautiful. I only hope that in time we can forge a strong enough connection and set some roots to help us feel less like tourists and more like we belong. ” (more…)
See their Campervan Trip around NZ journal to get inspiration on your trip to New Zealand!
More useful links on traveling in New Zealand:
New Zealand Travel Guide
Travel with Kids
