Roys Peak is the most famous hike in Wanaka. But there’s a cool alternative to Roys Peak, Isthmus Peak. It’d be fun to do both, but if you can only do one, the Roys Peak vs Isthmus Peak debate begins. Which one do you choose? That depends. And depends on...
The Mount Shrimpton Track is a lesser-known track starting in Makarora. The DOC website says the track is a 6km return trip, which takes you to the bush line where you get some great views. But if you’re looking for more adventure, you can continue up to the...
Ben Lomond and Roys Peak are two of the most popular hikes in the Lakes District. And in a perfect world, you’d do both. But if you can only do one the Ben Lomond vs Roys Peak debate begins. Which one do you choose? That’s going to depend on a whole lot of...
The Copland Track is an awesome out-and-back hike on the West Coast. For what is an overnight hike, it’s a decent length, but there are not many places where you can hike in the backcountry and enjoy natural hot pools! But are the hot pools worth it? I’ll...
Kayaking in Queenstown sounds fun to you? Make sense as there’s the huge Lake Wakatipu right on the doorstep. But where exactly should you go kayaking in Queenstown? There are a few options, and they’re not all on Lake Wakatipu. This post will give a...
Before reading this, I’m sure you know there are plenty of amazing Mount Aspiring National Park walks and hikes you can do. They can be as short as a few minutes long (Fantail Falls), to epic multi-day adventures staying in huts or camping under the stars (Rees...
