So the day started with bungy jumping at 8:45...we were the first to arrive and had the historic bridge site all to ourselves. We went to the site of the original bungy jump.
Someone was a little nervous standing on that old suspension bridge.
After the jump we stopped at a nice breakfast shop for some coffee and hearty breakfast. I wonder when they will take off the numbers with the proof they jumped!
So we started our afternoon drive along the lake towards Glenorchy
The water is so clear from the rocks and silty bottom.
On the road to Routeburn Track, but we chased the sheep away.
The actual road ro the start of the Track was a bumpy, rocky road, but worth the drive. And we really did see hundreds of fluffy sheep along the way.
So once we arrived at the Track, we just decided to go as far as we wanted and then turn around. For those who tackle the full Track, they spend the night at huts along the way and spend 3-4 nights on the Track, ending quite close to Milford Sound.
Our first swing bridge
Moss everywhere, blanketing the ground and the base of the massive tree trunks.
Our lunch break over the crystal clear River. We always bring bread, fresh salami and cheese and usually dried apricots and have a massive feast on the trail. Remember what goes in, must come out. We also bring our hiking poles and plenty of water.
My adventurous girl out in the river.
You just can't tell how big these trees are with butresses supporting their massive height
At some point, we veered off the trail and went to the river where we sat and contemplated our amazing day...just too good to be real.
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