What better way to ring in the new year than with a 4-day cycle trip – sound familiar? Well that’s exactly what we did last year! With border closures and COVID restrictions foiling our Rail Trail plans last year, we postponed it to 2022/2023, and completed the West Coast Wilderness Trail over 2021/2022 instead. With […]
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KEPLER TRACK | New Zealand Hiking
If you’ve heard about the beauty of Central Otago and the wonder of Fiordland National Park, this 3 – 4 day tramp showcases the best of the region, from Lake Te Anau, to Mount Luxmore and down to the Iris Burn Valley. Day 1 Beginning at the Kepler Carpark (control gates), the first 90 minutes […]
LAKE ALTA | Queenstown Hiking
What do you do at a ski field when the snow melts and the critters come out to play? Find a secluded mountain walk with a gorgeous alpine lake to jump into! Nestled amongst the rugged backdrop of the Remarkables mountain range, Lake Alta is a snow-fed, crystal clear lake just 40 minutes on foot […]
EXPLORE WANAKA | BEST HIKES, DAY DRIVES AND ACTIVITIES
With its small town feel, relaxed vibes and spectacular views, Wanaka is the laid-back sister to Queenstown, yet still bursting with scenic drives, mountain hikes, water activities and delicious eats. Whether you spend a weekend or a couple of weeks in the area, there is plenty there to keep you coming back for more! HIKING […]
A WEEK ON THE ROAD, NEW ZEALAND | Southern Voyager x Wild Kiwi
What can you do with only one week in the South Island of New Zealand? As it turns out – a lot! The relatively small landmass of Aotearoa is home to towering mountains, volcanoes, gorgeous lakes and rugged coastlines, which make for some epic – albeit – winding drives. If you’re headed down under and […]