by Jub | Sep 15, 2021
The Isthmus Peak hike is a challenging 16km our and back hike with over 1300 metres of elevation gain. You’ll be rewarded with stellar views over Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea (I’ve added photos from each time I’ve hiked up). Continue reading to get all...
by Jub | Sep 14, 2021
Wondering what it’s like to experience winter in Queenstown? I can help with that 🙂 It’s September 14th as I write this meaning I’ve more or less survived my first winter in Queenstown! Update: I’ve now experienced two winters in Queenstown and...
by Jub | Sep 13, 2021
When I was thinking about what to write next, things to do in Arthurs Point flashed across my mind. At first, the idea seemed silly. Arthurs Point is a small Queenstown suburb…but then I started thinking a bit more. Turns out there’s a lot of things to do...
by Jub | Sep 6, 2021
Otago is a gorgeous place with dozens, if not hundreds of hiking trails in the region. This post will cover the Otago walks and hikes detailed here on Chur New Zealand. I’ll give a brief description of them, including a level of difficulty and how long the...
by Jub | Sep 5, 2021
The Hemi Matenga Scenic Reserve overlooks Waikanae and if you decide to walk to the top of the reserve you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of Kapiti Island and the coast. Of the three walking tracks in the reserve: The Parata walking track is the most...
by Jub | Sep 5, 2021
The Papamoa Hills Regional Park is a great way to spend a couple of hours in the rolling hills with some views. The Papamoa Hills walk is a solid alternative to walking up Mount Maunganui…or even better, do both. This post will cover everything you need to know...
