Where is Milford Sound?

Where is Milford Sound?

If this is your first time to New Zealand it is likely that you have Milford Sound on your to do list.  While it is one of New Zealand’s most famous places, it can be rather difficult to find the ‘nitty gritty’ facts online about the best way to build your...
Best time for hiking in NZ

Best time for hiking in NZ

When you’re planning something as special as a hiking trip in New Zealand, no doubt you’ll be keen to learn more about New Zealand’s seasons and weather patterns before deciding when to book your hike. Knowing what the weather is likely to be doing before you lace up...

Guided or Independent Great Walk?

It doesn’t have to be either complete luxury or ‘go it alone’ – there is an in-between option.   Independent walking packages take the hassle out of hiking. I saw an independent verses guided walk comparison on a guided walk website...

Rob Roy Glacier Lookout, Matukituki Valley

Head north over the Richardson Mountain range from Glenorchy (as the crow flys) and you will come to the West branch of the Matukitkui river which flows south into Lake Wanaka. Just recently we ventured up the Matukituki valley to the end of the road at Raspberry Flat...