“Always have a Plan B” We woke up to seriously gray skies and rain, as well as being very windy. As expected, our heliflight was…
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Doubtful Sound Scenic Flight – March 1
“Third time is a charm!” Mike, our pilot, called and said everything looked good for the flight to Doubtful Sound. Finally! We met him at…
The Catlins – March 2
“Gadgets & Gizmos, Curios & Oddities” High Tide at Cathedral Caves was at 9:45am and we arrived there a bit before that.
Clutha River to Wanaka – March 3
“If you don’t like the weather, wait half an hour.”
Rob Roy Glacier Valley Track – March 4
“A panoramic glacial amphitheater” As usual, we got an early start and drove out along the southern edge of Lake Wanaka.
Mou Waho Island – March 5
“House Hunting for a Lizard” When we woke up, it looked to be another beautiful day at Wanaka. As we were loading up the car,…
Aoraki Mt Cook – March 6
“The Good, Bad, and the Ugly”
Return to Queenstown – March 7
“Lindis Pass, take two” This morning had a smattering of high clouds. Just enough so Fred couldn’t get the red morning light on Mount Sefton…
Queenstown – March 8
“Reception to be held at Ferburgers” We were up bright and early and headed into town for our Skipper’s Canyon Jetboat adventure. Jetboating is the…
Goodbye New Zealand – March 9
“End your trip with a Crescendo!” Today, we head for home. Our flight scheduled for a 2:30 takeoff. But first, one more adventure awaits us.…