Apr 17, 2022 | Blog, New Zealand, NZ Walks
On a recent holiday in our camper, we had more time to explore in and around Golden Bay. This is an amazing part of New Zealand and it was great see it in more depth. While we have walked the Able Tasman we have not been over Takaka hill for 20 years. To ensure...
Jun 20, 2020 | Blog, New Zealand, NZ Walks, Tramping NZ
Mid January with a perfect weather forecast we headed up to the Nelson Lakes from Greymouth. I had been working and exploring around Greymouth quite a lot so we decided to head a bit further afield. Lake Angelus has been suggested by a number of people so topped our...
Jun 12, 2019 | Blog, New Zealand, NZ Walks, Tramping NZ
You can be exploring the Ashburton Lakes in just a few hours from Christchurch. This area, while known as the Ashburton lakes, is actually the Hakatere Conservation Park. Its an outdoor lover’s dream, a little hidden piece of paradise with some awesome walks and...
Apr 28, 2019 | Blog, New Zealand, NZ Walks, Tramping NZ
The Mueller Hut sits high in the mountain ranges of the Aoraki National Park looking straight out at Aoraki (Mt Cook). Its not a particularly long tramp but it is very steep in many places. It also requires climbing at least 2000 stairs till your half way. It...
Jan 12, 2019 | Blog, New Zealand, NZ Walks, Tramping NZ
The Catlins In December 2018 we headed off to look for waterfalls in the Catlins. Not just ticking off the popular ones but hoping to find a few others as well. It didn’t disappoint. No trip south is complete without the Catlins. So where is the Catlins? For...
Jan 5, 2018 | Blog, New Zealand, NZ Walks, Tramping NZ
Four incredible days on the Milford Track First up the practical stuff – scroll down if you already know this Tramping the Milford Track has been on our bucket list for a while. It can be hard to get a spot so keep an eye out for when bookings open and...
