One of our all-time favourite drives to do in New Zealand is to drive through the Haast Pass! Located in New Zealand’s South Island, this stunning mountain pass connects the bustling lake-side town of Wanaka to the wild and wind-swept West Coast, and is filled with waterfalls, lush rainforest, native birds, and glorious views of…
Last Updated: 16th August, 2023 The West Coast of New Zealand is one of our favourite places to explore in our tiny, self-contained van. It is a paradise for freedom campers, with a vast expanse of rugged coastline, lush rainforests, glacier-carved valleys… and barely anyone else around! In this post I will show you some of…
Last Updated: 26th July, 2023 One of the most iconic and (dare-I-say) instagrammable attractions on the West Coast of New Zealand are the incredible Pancake Rocks in Punakaiki, New Zealand! These natural limestone rock formations are amazing to visit, and were high on our South Island bucket list for good reason! What are the Pancake…
Last updated: 21th July, 2023 One of our absolute favourite overnight hikes to do on the West Coast is to hike the Copland Track to Welcome Flat Hut. The Copland Track is nestled in the Southern Alps of New Zealand’s stunning South Island, and offers a chance to be immersed in this wild, untouched region….
Last Updated: 15th August, 2023 Travelling to the West Coast of New Zealand is like taking a step back into the wild, untamed past! Spanning from Mount Aspiring National Park in the south, to Kahurangi National Park in the north, the West Coast is filled with lush rainforest, rugged coastline, dramatic glaciers and charming towns…
Last Updated: 25st August, 2023 Hugging the beautiful coastline of the east coast of the South Island of New Zealand is the gorgeous town of Kaikōura. Kaikōura, in the Canterbury region, is known for its breathtaking beauty and abundant marine wildlife, and should be on every travellers ‘must-see’ list when visiting New Zealand! How to…
The Bay of Islands is a subtropical region, found in Northland, New Zealand. It is a must-visit destination for any traveler heading to Northland, with stunning natural scenery, rich history, charming towns, and plenty of activities for outdoor adventure lovers like us! In addition to its natural beauty, the Bay of Islands has a rich…
There is a wide range of accommodation options in Northland, which make this region awesome and accessible to travel on any budget. If you love to rough it in the great outdoors, the camping opportunities here are some of the most beautiful in the country, surrounded by ancient forests and golden beaches! However, if you…
Last Updated: 17th July, 2023 Welcome to Northland, New Zealand’s northernmost region! This is known as the ‘Winterless North’, and is known for its beautiful long sunny days and golden beaches. I had been looking forward to visiting Northland, and at the end of our two years travelling New Zealand, we finally got the chance…
Last Updated: 26th August, 2023 There is a wide range of accommodation options in the Catlins, which make this area in the Southland region of the South Island of New Zealand awesome and accessible to travel on any budget. If you love to rough it in the outdoors, the camping grounds in the Catlins are…
