1. Started the day going to a nearby overlook with a good view of Whangarei and the harbor.
2. It was a short drive to Abbey Caves. Had to walk about 20 minutes thru a field to get there. The scenery then changed to a dark, rocky, wooded area. There was a large cave descending down thru the rocks. Since I was alone, I decided it was not a good idea to proceed any further so I just took a few photos.
3. While walking back from the cave, I noticed a sign "Rock Forest". My curiousity was aroused so I went there and entered an eerie area of large rock formations -- like going into a prehistoric time period There was also a solitary grave of a 2 year old child -- with a white picket fence around it -- very strange.
4. Also in the area was Whangarei Falls -- very high and impressive. It had a nice walkway from the top to the bottom of the falls. There was also a walkway through some large kauri trees.
5. Arrived in Paihia -- very nice seaside resort. Checked into Saltwater Hostel -- excellent. It was a roomy suite with 4 beds and a separate bathroom and fridge in the room.
6. Walked along the harbor and shoreline in Paihia -- very pretty.
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