New ZealandTe Anau45°24’53” S 167°42’34” E January 22 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
We took a trip from Te Anua to Milford Sound in a minibus with a guide. It was a good decision as it took the pressure off us. Our guide, Jo Jo, was very enthusiastic, telling us about the Maori andRead more
New ZealandMararoa River45°34’2” S 167°36’15” E
New ZealandMararoa River45°34’2” S 167°36’15” E
Jan 24–29 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
At 7.00am we took a 10 minutes walk from our campsite to the landing stage for our departure to Doubtful Sound. To our disappointment, it had been cancelled because the engine of the Doubtful SoundRead more
New ZealandMararoa River45°34’1” S 167°36’16” E January 25 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C
A relaxed day in Manapouri. We sorted out the next few days campsites and travel. Did a bit of laundry. A pleasant walk on the beach and a quick swim in the lake. In one of the photos, I am pointingRead more
New ZealandSmith Sound45°19’42” S 167°0’14” E January 26 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 10 °C
So was Doubtful Sound worth the 2 days wait? Yes it was. The weather was dry, and cold, which added to this special place. I wish my camera could do it justice. We remained outside on the top of theRead more
New ZealandWaihuka Stream43°42’54” S 169°25’23” E January 27 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
An early start and breakfast on the lake front at Wanaka around 8.00 am. We were looking for an information centre but nothing was open. I asked a young woman if I could share her picnic table. SheRead more
New ZealandHokitika Aerodrome42°43’4” S 170°57’56” E January 28 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
Another pre dawn start. You've got to fit it all in! It's cold at this time of day, but we eventually thaw out. Dawn on Bruce Bay beach. We were inspired by Jonny and Immy's book to walk the 1.5-hourRead more
New ZealandWaterfall Creek42°22’45” S 172°19’60” E
January 29 in New Zealand ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
Where to go on a very wet day? We were feeling the need for a break from the constant activity. A hot springs spa was the perfect relaxation. The pools were between 32 and 40 degrees. Add in a saunaRead more
New ZealandPunakaiki42°6’22” S 171°20’12” E
January 30 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
Returning to the coast via Reefton and a bit of history, we reached Punakaiki with its pancake rocks. So many photographs to choose from! Our campsite was on the beach. We did a rather ambitious walkRead more
New ZealandMurchison41°47’39” S 172°20’19” E January 31 in New Zealand ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
A few domestic tasks before we left the campsite this morning. This included laundry and Rob performing the ultimate noble task of emptying the campervan toilet. We wanted to see the pancake rocksRead more
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Oh my goodness, blue sky, blue water and this amazing peaks. Fantastic
TravelerWe were so lucky Helen. I'm missing home, friends and family but NZ is most diverting. X
TravelerAbsolutely stunning!