Kohaihai

The Kohaihai River mouth is the furthest point north you can reach by road on the stunning and wild West Coast of the South Island. Going south, the road ends about 10km past the Anatori River mouth (see my post on Anatori). The area in between is mostly part of the Kahurangi National Park, with…

Denniston

The Denniston Plateau is a great place to explore, history at every turn and a glimpse into what life would have been like in an isolated mining community. We had a great day here, it’s a must visit, near Westport on the South Island’s West Coast.

Kaikoura’s Seals

Have you seen the baby seals at Kaikoura? The nursery is at Ohau Stream Walkway about 20 minutes North of Kaikoura.

Coronet Peak – biking and walking tracks

If you are looking for great walking or mountain bike tracks during the summer try Coronet Peak Ski field at Queenstown.

Okia Reserve and Victory Beach

Another interesting Dunedin walk, climb the smaller pyramid for great views and see seals and sea lions on the beach.

Flight to Queenstown and TeAnau – Part 1

Another flight, this time to Queenstown and TeAnau. What better way to spend an afternoon than fying over this amazing countryside, lakes, rivers and towns.

Flight to Stewart Island for lunch

Stewart Island for lunch – what a good idea!

Purakaunui Inlet and Long Beach

More magical Dunedin Beaches – Long Beach and Purakaunui Inlet. Only ten minutes drive from Port Chalmers or about 25 minutes from Dunedin City.

Flight over Otago Harbour and Peninsular

A flight around the Otago Harbour and Otago Peninsular

Tunnel Beach Walkway – Dunedin

The tunnel beach walkway is 7.5 kilometres from the centre of Dunedin, a very short trip that will reward you with breathtaking scenery, sea-carved sandstone cliffs, secluded beaches, rock arches and caves.