New Zealand, the South Island, Okarito Lagoon

photos by Alan Grinberg


Kayaking on Okarito Lagoon

Okarito Lagoon, tannin tinted water up a side creek. Tannin is leached from the bark of trees up-river.
Okarito Lagoon is home to the rare (in New Zealand) White Heron.
It is also home to Okarito Nature Tours, kayaks for rent
Fence and building in the small town of Okarito
White Heron or Kotuku (Egretta alba)
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