Children’s Bay Walkway, Akaroa
If you’re looking for a nice short walk in Akaroa with great views and something a little odd at the end, consider hiking the Children’s …
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Lake Heron, Hakatere Conservation Park
The road to Lake Heron branches off from the main Hakatere-Potts Road, meaning it’s a bit of a detour from the road to Mount Sunday …
The Scenic Drive to Fraser Dam, Central Otago
If you want to see some typical Central Otago scenery (think massive rocks, barren landscapes and wide-open spaces) the drive to Fraser Dam is a …
The Scenic Drive to Lake Ohau
Lake Ohau — another scenic New Zealand lake! There are dozens of lakes in New Zealand which I’d recommend visiting, especially in the Canterbury High …
Stirling Point and Bluff Hill: Not Quite the Bottom of the South Island
Bluff, a small town south of Invercargill, has always been known as the bottom of the South Island. It’s actually not – that crown goes …
Okains Bay / Le Bons Bay, Banks Peninsula
When driving through the hills around Akaroa you’ll have the chance to take some detours to different bays and beaches. We haven’t visited them all …
Lake Pukaki: The Bluest Lake in New Zealand
You’ll drive around the shores of Lake Pukaki when driving between Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook (or between Twizel and Mount Cook) and if you’re …
Newton’s Waterfall, Akaroa
Akaroa is most famous for its harbour-based activities and Banks Peninsula views, but there’s also an awesome waterfall that you can walk to from town. …
Abel Tasman Track Day Walk: Bark Bay to Marahau
The Abel Tasman Track (AKA the Abel Tasman Coastal Track) is one of nine “Great Walks” in New Zealand. If you want to hike the …
Queenstown Bay
One of my favourite beaches in New Zealand isn’t even located on the coast – it’s in Queenstown! Queenstown Bay, on the shores of Lake …