We're having a long weekend away in the van, in the middle of winter. We intended to seek the snow at Mt Rhapehu, but at the last minute durned West and landed at Waitomo. Have been in the caves here about 22 years ago, doing the black water rafting. 20 years + , didn't fancy that, so decided to do one of the other tours. WOW, fabulous, and the best thing? Nobody else except us and the tour guide. Very sad for the tourist industry. Hopefully they will start returning soon, but marvellous for us
I'm surprise you were allowed your camera! Of course its a world class destination and we are lucky to see such a good photo! Now I see your above comment! Well done!
A wonderful thing to see….always fascinating & interesting. I have been in those caves. Sadly the tourists will not be able to afford the flights for a while….I have never paid more than £1100 but I have been looking & flights are just over £2000 for a single return ticker in economy! I am praying they come down soon or shall have to miss next year sadly.
@happypat I know, we looked at flights back to the UK to visit family, and were shocked at the prices. Also, the direct flight to Dubai or Qatar, aren't going yet, so have to go via Aussie, which adds so much time onto the journey. Shame we can't tele transport a swap for a few weeks
@yorkshirekiwi Great idea!! I’m hoping prices might come down a bit but doubt it. Diesel has dropped a bit in price here this last week. I noticed it was the smaller plane from Dubai….usually another A380 but I’m guessing not enough passengers to warrant the big one.
August 6th, 2022
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