Mainly Hiking, Nature, and a little mix of Traveling
Mainly Hiking, Nature, and a little mix of Traveling
At about 22 km long, the mighty Tasman Glacier (Haupapa) is New Zealand’s longest glacier. However, as glaciers around the world are shrinking, Tasman Glacier is also receding rapidly, at a rate of over 100 meters a year. Tasman Lake, on the other hand, is a relatively ‘new’ lake formed in 1974. Since then, the […]
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Known as the holiday villages with a low number of residents, Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki are two neighboring big lakes of the South Island in New Zealand. They are located in the unique geography of the Mackenzie Basin, featuring desert-like vast flatlands, with views of snow capped alps to the North. Lake Tekapo: Places
Seeing the aurora, the natural lightshow of the universe, is often in the bucket list of travelers all around the world. When people talk about aurora, they usually think about Nordic countries such as the famous aurora watching place, Iceland. However, many are not aware that aurora occurs in the Southern hemisphere too. These Southern
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Wanaka, a place that sounds like a fictional continent from Marvel’s comic book, is an all-season resort town in the South Island of New Zealand. Wanaka is also known as a more casual, nature-focussed version of the busy Queenstown. Top Things To Do & Visit In Wanaka Lake Wanaka: Take A Swim / Paddle, Look
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Roys Peak is probably the most touristic hiking track in Wanaka, New Zealand. Visitors are attracted by the breathtaking panoramic views over Lake Wanaka and the surrounding snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps. While rarely overcrowded, it is expected to see some groups of people most of the time. Mount Alpha, on the other hand,
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Rob Roy Glacier Track is a relatively easy walk to the dramatic closeup views of glaciers, waterfalls, sheer rock cliffs and the alpine environment of Mount Aspiring National Park. Rob Roy Glacier Track Car Park & Trailhead Rob Roy Glacier Track trailhead is located right next to Raspberry Flat Carpark (free parking). To get there,
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Diamond Lake Conservation Area is located near Lake Wanaka. It is often overlooked by common tourists but an excellent recreation spot for walkers/hikers and even rock climbers. In my opinion, this is a much better alternative (easier and more scenic) to the touristy Roys Peak (but the Roys Peak trip is still worthy for fit hikers
Diamond Lake Conservation Area: Rocky Mountain Track (Loop) Read More »
Milford Sound is one of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes that attracts many visitors to lay eyes on its beauty. Milford Sound was named (misnamed) by the first European settler who visited the secluded place, who thought the area is a sound (a river valley filled with seawater). However, Milford Sound is actually a fjord
Milford Sound Cruise: Epic Waterfalls Tour In Glacier-Carved Fiord Read More »
Go for the finest walk through glacier-carved valleys and ancient forest of Milford Track, surrounded by towering waterfalls and mystical sceneries. Once a hidden land enclosed by the tall avalanche-prone mountains, Milford Track is now the most run-after, hardest-to-grab Great Walk of New Zealand. Milford Track Great Walk Booking All Great Walks in New Zealand
Milford Track Great Walk – The Finest Walk In The World? Read More »
Glenorchy is a small rural settlement close to the busy Queenstown. It is a gateway to many hiking trails and also one of the must-go ‘Middle Earth’ locations for The Lord of the Rings fans. Glenorchy Lagoon Scenic Walkway Glenorchy Lagoon Scenic Walkway is an easy walking track featuring the spectacular landscapes of mountains and
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