🇳🇿 North Island Must-See: Blue Spring (Te Waihou Walkway)

If you only visit ONE place in NZ's North Island, make it this liquid jewel! 💎 💧 Why It’s Magic NZ’s purest water source (70% of bottled water comes from here!) Centuries-old filtration through volcanic rock → unreal emerald-blue hues 🌊 Drink it straight—crisp, sweet, and free (bring a bottle!) 🚶‍♀️ The Hike 1.5hr easy walk (to the bluest section) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Key stop: "The Blue Spring" sign—most intense color! 📸 📸 Photo Hacks ☀️ Go at midday for maximum glow 👗 Wear white to pop against the blue 📱 Use Live Photos—the water’s movement is hypnotic! 📍 Logistics Near Tauranga/Rotorua (1hr drive) Park at "Blue Spring Leslie Rd" (FREE!) ⚠️ Alternate start: White Rd Carpark (longer hike) 💡 Pro Tips Grip shoes for gravel/wooden paths Sunhat + bug spray—UV & sandflies are ruthless! Arrive early to beat crowds Leave no trace—this water is sacred! 💙 My Take: Standing there, watching that otherworldly blue... time stops. It’s nature’s masterpiece—a soul-cleansing experience. #NZMustSee #BlueSpring #NatureTherapy #HiddenNZ #TravelDeeper