A Canadian in New Zealand - Day 17- Buffalo Beach, Mt Paku, Ocean Beach, and Waihi Beach

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Leaving Whitianga for points south I had to stop at the local beach - Buffalo Beach for the mandatory selfie and some shelling. Did both. Next stop Mt Raku, a small dome-like extinct volcano. Although the climb was short, it was steep and thankfully only 15 minutes to the top. Gorgeous views of the surrounds and especially a good view of Ocean Beach from afar. Of course, after the hike I walked the beach and picked more seashells for the grandkids. Final stop, Waihi Beach. A lovely beach with some nice walking trails. My third nice beach of the day so who could complain. Settled for the night in Tauranga all set for my assault the next day up Mount Maunganui.

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