The Terrace Walk, on the south side of Franz Josef, is a dark forest covered path that at night you’ll be able to spot the blue hues of glow worms. Head to the Saturday farmers market held in the aforementioned railway grounds for a taste of organic produce, handmade crepes and local honey. Surrounded by lush rainforest-clad mountains the township has a vibrant and bustling atmosphere. Please be aware that skydiving is a very weather dependent activity and cancellations due to unsuitable weather conditions may occur. Total driving time: 3.5 to 4 hours | Distance: 264 km (164 miles). Two Wandering Soles are participants in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. The tour will take you to the only breeding area for the White Heron in all of New Zealand. Otherwise will try to reschedule your flight. A local family business Trips & Tramps runs this wonderful trip. Find it on the Rankers App. This helps everyone keep track of visitors in case the weather conditions change dramatically. Working with Michael brings you the knowledge of a local. At a glance: Hike up to Sealy Tarns and/or to Tasman Glacier viewpoint, then drive to Queenstown. Well, kind of. The property has parking spaces just in front of the entrance.
We hope to go back and we will definitely call Michael first. Reading Cinema Theater: Catch the newest movie at the local movie theater. Distance: 419 km The drive to Queenstown only takes 2.5 hours. In fact, it's so outstanding, that you won't believe your eyes when you see it. Double check on the weather in Abel Tasman, because if it looks to be rainy, we would say it is not worth the drive and stay in Nelson. Driving distance and time (approximate) for this leg: 318 kms / 197 miles : 3.7 hours, Day 4: Today is yours to explore the history of Dunedin or head out to the Peninsula for amazing wildlife encounters. The grandeur of the canyons imparts a feeling of paddling through the heart of Middle Earth.
The fly-in, fly-out Helihike combines the excitement of walking on the Fox Glacier with the thrill of helicopter flights. By flying in you are able to access and explore a part of the glacier where its forces work hardest and often create spectacular ice caves and arches. Walk along the beach of this sleepy beach town. Book your tickets here. Make your way back from the southern fiords through Queenstown and up the scenic Crown Range Rd.
You'll also see eight other species of birds including sooty shearwaters and petrels as well as sea lions and fur seals - and if you're really lucky - dolphins and whales. Size must be no more than 200 linear cm ﴾height plus length plus width﴿.
The water in... Fiordland National Park is New Zealand's largest national park, spanning almost 13,000 square kilometres in the southwest corner of the South Island. You can enjoy incredible views of Mount Cook, Hooker Glacier and the Southern Alps.
We previously used Michael’s services for a trip to New Zealand in 2012, and recently he helped us plan a trip to Australia and New Zealand. Important Tour Details:Departs/ Finishes: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off, Rotorua Hotels. There are 25 spacious ground floor units. It's also just walking distance to the Gondola. Just a 10-minute drive north of the Pancake Rocks is the 1.4 km return track (30 minutes) through a subtropical forest emerging onto a white sand beach. Note that tour price excludes gondola ticket.What to bring: Please dress for the weather. Guests have the use of the elegant private lounge and dining room and a private entrance. Highly recommended their service. Today might seem like a sightseeing frenzy but each stop gets better than the last. There is something so humbling about looking up and seeing the vastness of our galaxy with the naked eye. Our orientation took 30 minutes, and by the time we filled out paperwork and actually go on the road, an hour had passed. The aircraft are maintained to the highest standard and are flown by experienced pilots all whom have an intimate knowledge of the local area.Qualmark endorsed visitor activity by achieving the Qualmark Enviro Silver Award. We value you, and NEVER spam. The hike is incredible, seriously views the whole way up! There is a clean toilet and not much else, but it’s free. He also sets up vehicle rentals and can plan domestic flights. All services, transfers, itinerary and accomodation was spot on. So get ready for a wild ride. Included - Probably yes, but it would have been stressful and time consuming which is what you don‘t want on your honeymoon :)! for him).
The Ziptrek Tree House is located 100 metres to the left upon exiting the Skyline gondola building, down the trail and past the heli-pad.
Surrounded by rugged coastal plains and windswept beaches it’s home to an eclectic mix of historical and modern architecture as well as industrial technology. Work with Michael and you'll end up with a more enjoyable trip to Australia and/or New Zealand! There is plenty of white water action, but also time to relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery. He was incredibly helpful in assisting us in planning the trip and also with a few changes that happened during the trip (my husband got sick and wasn't able to make the trip and Michael was able to cancel plane flights, excursions, etc. Fiordland is New Zealand's 'walking capital'.
A temperate climate supports many thousands of plants, gathered from around the world and across New Zealand since 1863. The Moa tour consists of four ziplines, starting and finishing at the top of the Skyline Gondola.
Specifics would be Michael’s organisation skills and dedication to helping us plan our holiday. We caught a 1.2 kilo fish (which the cook said was average) and you can check the average fish sizes on their helpful website. The West Coast region is sparsely populated with few towns between Karamea and Jackson Bay. I know, I know, it sounds like an unfortunate name, but I promise, the pizza is actually really good.Address: 89 Revell St, Hokitika 7810, New Zealand, We recommend Aurora if you wish to have a sit-down breakfast and great coffee.Address: 19 Tancred St, Hokitika 7810, New Zealand, If you just wish to have coffee on the go, we strongly recommend the coffee from Stella. Important Tour Details:Departs/ Finishes: 501 Buckland Rd, Hinuera, Matamata.
Volcanic Air is approved by the New Zealand Civil Aviation authority and independently accessed via a stringent Quality Assurance Program. ), we’d suggest following this two-week South Island itinerary and then head over to our two-week North Island itinerary for more details. Stop at Blue Pools for a 1 hour return walk through native beech forest to a glacier-fed swimming hole. The jet boat ride is then followed by a 30 minute guided walk on a rolling trail through ancient native forest.
Your connections helped us see New Zealand from the "inside out," so to speak, which is not something we could have managed on our own. When we asked her which she would recommend she just answered, “It depends on whether you want to hike with dozens of other people or have the trail more to yourself.” So she didn’t want to commit to choosing one, but the way she said it kind of let us know her pick!
This is another 3-4 hour return trail which is medium to difficult.
Why are there 2 names? We can't wait to return to do Otago as well! The ease of having every detail arranged in advance -including the inter-island flights, the car rental, and all accommodations provided an easy stressless vacation. To drive here you need to be an experienced driver who is comfortable with engine breaks and hairpin curves. The Royal Spoonbill and the Little Shag also share this special area and all can easily be seen from the hide.
The road trip we planned did not incorporate Milford Sounds or Dunedin. Leave the high country for Oamaru, famous for it's whitestone architecture. Travel around Queentown, Milford Sound, Wanaka, Haast Pass and Franz Josef, then fly back out of Queenstown. Bob’s Cove: About 14 km out from Queenstown, pull off to hike the 20-minute one-way track to get a great view of the cove and Lake Wakatipu. Cinema Paradiso: Great rainy day activity (or in my opinion, any day activity). DO. :), PO BOX 3449 | RICHMOND, 7050 | NEW ZEALAND, New Zealand South Island Itinerary 10 Days, 12 Days New Zealand South Island Itinerary, Real Journeys Milford Sound Scenic Cruise.
Check out our Ultimate New Zealand Travel Guide for all the answers to your most burning questions, or read some of our favorite articles below. Welcome to New Zealand’s largest city! A helicopter flight over the Franz Josef or Fox Glacier is a definite highlight - especially if you land on the snow! At this stage, your guide outfits you with crampons, specially designed for these ice conditions and you follow the ice steps cut by your guide as you explore the amazing formations and ice caves which are only seen there.
Now we are planning our next trip to the other side of the world. Hokitika is a great place to get away from the bustle of the city to engage in some wonderfully relaxing self-indulgence.
I am the co-founder of You Could Travel and I travel full time with my husband. On your way back be sure to head to the Otago Peninsula to see the largest mainland Albatross colony in the world. With its superb views of the Remarkables, Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown Hill, Chalet Queenstown is the perfect location for your New Zealand holiday, whether you are skiing, snowboarding, jet boating, walking, dining, exploring or just relaxing. Total driving time: 2.5 hours | Distance: 181 km (112 miles). At a glance: Swim with dusky dolphins in the ocean at sunrise and take a whale watching tour before heading back to Christchurch. Two Wandering Soles Copyright © 2020.