What do you do in the peak of summer when you have a spare weekend and an adventurous Mum who has always wanted to visit Lake Tekapo? You plan a last minute road trip from Queenstown to Mackenzie Country! This was the best weather I have experienced in this region by far, so luck was […]
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OTAGO CENTRAL RAIL TRAIL | Cycling Clyde To Middlemarch
What better way to ring in the new year than with a 4-day cycle trip – sound familiar? Well that’s exactly what we did last year! With border closures and COVID restrictions foiling our Rail Trail plans last year, we postponed it to 2022/2023, and completed the West Coast Wilderness Trail over 2021/2022 instead. With […]
Stunning Short & Half Day Hikes of Queenstown, NZ
So you’ve landed in glorious Queenstown and already itching to hit the trails? I’ve got you covered! From post-dinner strolls to steep climbs and amazing viewpoints, keep reading below for Central Otago’s best short and sweet hiking bangers. Moke Lake Lookout The 20 minute drive out to Moke Lake hugs Lake Wakatipu along the scenic […]
KEPLER TRACK | New Zealand Hiking
If you’ve heard about the beauty of Central Otago and the wonder of Fiordland National Park, this 3 – 4 day tramp showcases the best of the region, from Lake Te Anau, to Mount Luxmore and down to the Iris Burn Valley. Day 1 Beginning at the Kepler Carpark (control gates), the first 90 minutes […]
LAKE ALTA | Queenstown Hiking
What do you do at a ski field when the snow melts and the critters come out to play? Find a secluded mountain walk with a gorgeous alpine lake to jump into! Nestled amongst the rugged backdrop of the Remarkables mountain range, Lake Alta is a snow-fed, crystal clear lake just 40 minutes on foot […]
EXPLORE WANAKA | BEST HIKES, DAY DRIVES AND ACTIVITIES
With its small town feel, relaxed vibes and spectacular views, Wanaka is the laid-back sister to Queenstown, yet still bursting with scenic drives, mountain hikes, water activities and delicious eats. Whether you spend a weekend or a couple of weeks in the area, there is plenty there to keep you coming back for more! HIKING […]
A WEEK ON THE ROAD, NEW ZEALAND | Southern Voyager x Wild Kiwi
What can you do with only one week in the South Island of New Zealand? As it turns out – a lot! The relatively small landmass of Aotearoa is home to towering mountains, volcanoes, gorgeous lakes and rugged coastlines, which make for some epic – albeit – winding drives. If you’re headed down under and […]
My Year 2016 ✌
This one’s a doozy! Sorted through a year’s worth of footage to bring you guys the ultimate highlight package hehehe. Seriously had such a great 2016 finding adventures and exploring the world with you crazy kids, whilst learning a lot more about video/photo editing and telling stories through a lens 🙂 I can’t wait for what […]
↠ Mel & Con ↞ | The Winehouse, Gibbston
Mel & Con’s special day was set amongst the beautiful backdrop of Queenstown, and it was a perfectly sunny day for a garden wedding at The Winehouse. Here are some highlights from the day, y’all looked scrumptious lol 🙂 Getting ready at Oaks Club Resort with views over Lake Wakatipu Onsen Hot Pools with the bride […]
Queenstown x Milford Sound
A spectacular week exploring Otago Southland’s finest trails and landmarks, hope y’all enjoy the photo set 🙂 First stop was the trail to Rob Roy Glacier. After a 5.15am departure from Lower Shotover, I was treated to a beautiful sunrise drive through the Crown Range and Wanaka alongside wild rabbits and hedgehog families. The last 30km of […]