The Milford and Routeburn are two of the most famous Great Walks in New Zealand. Both attract massive amounts of traffic during the Great Walk season with the Milford Track sold out within minutes and the Routeburn not far behind. So, Routeburn vs Milford, which one...
The Gertrude Saddle Route is getting more popular by the year thanks to word of mouth. But it’s still 100% worth it! While the journey to the saddle return is less than 10km, the saddle provides epic views and is a fun challenge in dry conditions. But it’s...
Frankton is growing, fast. And with that, the number of things to do in Frankton is increasing…it’s not just a shopping destination. This post will cover things to do in Frankton inside the red border on the map below. I’ll finish off the post with...
Hobbiton needs no introduction. Hobbiton is New Zealand’s third-largest tourist attraction, attracting approximately 17 percent of international visitors (source). These visitors help inject ~$78m into the Matamata-Piako district annually. 17 percent seems low...
Pigeon Island is an awesome 1.7 km2 (170 hectare) island in the middle of Lake Wakatipu. Everyone is free to visit making it a fun place for either a day or overnight trip. While many people will drive the Queenstown to Glenorchy Road and see both Pigeon and Pig...
