South Island Travel Tips
After navigating South Island's Cook Strait, hug the east coast on SH1 to dolphin-friendly Kaikoura and cathedral-centred Christchurch. Further south are the faunal sanctuary of the Otago Peninsula and the Victorian facades of Dunedin.
Mix-and-match highways across the island to reach Te Anau for the beguiling side-road to Milford Sound, then backtrack to SH6 and head north into the frenzy of Queenstown. Swap SH6 for SH8 for an eyeful of Mt Cook before veering east to regain the coast road to Christchurch.
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Hikes
Located in New Zealand's Westland National Park and Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Area, the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers are two of the world's most magnificent and accessible glaciers. Echoes of ... Continue Reading »
Milford Sound Tours from Queenstown
Immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of Milford Sound on our full-day trips from Queenstown. Carved by a massive glacier in the last ice age, Milford Sound is one of the most treasured ... Continue Reading »
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Suggested Itineraries
Taking a guided walk on a glacier has to be one of the coolest experiences you'll have in New Zealand. Whether hovering over the spectacular ice formations by helicopter or strapping on crampons ... Continue Reading »
Fiordland & Milford Sound Suggested Itineraries
Best of Fiordland: Milford Sound & Te Anau Enjoy the dramatic landscape of magical Fiordland, take a relaxed cruise on the sound or a more active experience with treks and kayaks. Whether ... Continue Reading »
Queenstown Food & Wine
Dining or drinking out in Queenstown, you'll be spoiled for choice with a fantastic mix of modern Pacific cuisine, seafood and local delicacies in sumptuous waterside settings. The adrenaline keeps ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Christchurch: Suggested Itineraries
Christchurch is often described as the most English of New Zealand's cities. But for all its self-consciously inherited charm, it can hold its own as a thoroughly modern New Zealand city. Kiwi art ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Queenstown: Suggested Itineraries
Are you ready for action? If that's a YES! then Queenstown is the place to be, as New Zealand's adrenaline capital. If you're not hell-bent on throwing yourself off a bridge or hurtling down a ... Continue Reading »
Milford Sound Cruises
Nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound is described as the 'Eighth Natural Wonder of the World'. Milford Sound is actually a fiord – a drowned glacial ... Continue Reading »
Kaikoura Tours
Travel through the rolling hill country of North Canterbury, enjoying the beauty of its rural pastoral scenes, to Kaikoura where the mountains meet the sea. Only three hours from Christchurch, ... Continue Reading »
Hiking around Mount Cook
Hiking, bushwalking and trekking are called "tramping" in New Zealand, one of the top destinations in the world to strap on your walking boots and follow a trail. The country is crisscrossed ... Continue Reading »
Mt. Cook Tours from Christchurch
On New Zealand’s South Island, Aoraki (Mt. Cook) soars up to 3,750 meters (12,315 feet) over the country’s Southern Alps. Australasia’s highest mountain, it’s one of the most popular day trip ... Continue Reading »
Maori Cultural Experiences
On an evening tour from Christchurch you are treated to a truly memorable cultural performance with a traditional Maori Concert consisting of action songs, poi dances and hakas. Take the ... Continue Reading »
South Island’s Top 10 (part 1)
The South Island is all about getting back to nature, breathing fresh air into your lungs and celebrating the good things in life. Here’s our pick of the best experiences. Editor’s Note: This ... Continue Reading »
The Marlborough Wine and Food Festival
The region that brought you one of the world’s best-loved Sauvignon Blancs is celebrating its wine and local produce at The Marlborough Wine and Food Festival on February 11, 2012. Editor’s ... Continue Reading »
Activities in Christchurch
If you’ve ever been to New Zealand, you’ll know how clean and green it is. That crisp air, those friendly people – it’s a stunning, striking place. Unfortunately Christchurch in New Zealand suffered ... Continue Reading »
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