Hiking the Ackers Point Lighthouse Track, Stewart Island
One of the coolest things about exploring Stewart Island is that there are heaps of interesting walks that are accessible from the main village. You …
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Hiking the Routeburn Track in 3 Days: Tips | What to Pack | What You’ll See
If you’re after a multiday adventure in New Zealand you’ve probably already considered doing a Great Walk. The Routeburn Track is one of the best, …
20 of the Best Things to Do in Central Otago
There are heaps of fun things to do in Central Otago, from laid-back vineyard visits to exciting 4WD trips, cute small towns, farmers markets, scenic …
Hiking the Horseshoe Point Track, Stewart Island
If you’re looking for an easy, short(ish) walk on Stewart Island that requires no boats or taxi transfers, the Horseshoe Point Track could be for …
A Scenic Drive Through the Buller Gorge: The Best Places to Stop
If you’ve browsed this site at all over the last few years you’ll already know that New Zealand is home to heaps of scenic drives, …
The Scenic Flight to Stewart Island
If you’re considering a trip to Stewart Island you have two main ways to get there. You can either catch the ferry, which takes an …
Birds and Beaches: A Trip to Ulva Island
A trip to Ulva Island is a cornerstone of many a Stewart Island holiday, and it’s easy to see why. This tiny island is a …
10 of the Best Things to Do in Punakaiki
When you think of Punakaiki you immediately think of the Pancake Rocks, one of the most iconic tourist spots on the West Coast of New …
The Ultimate Rakiura Track Day Walk: Port William to Oban
We wanted to do the Rakiura Track on our recent trip to Stewart Island. It was winter though, and I’d read reports of military-grade bed …
10 of the Best Things to Do in Karamea
Karamea is as close as you’ll get to a frontier town in New Zealand. A few kilometres north and the road runs out, leaving a …