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Barrie Corless
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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷ Abel Tasman ▷
Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle
Great staff - enjoyable boat ride in testing conditions.
Saw seals and a great variety of birdlife. Walk (2.5hrs) just long enough to enjoy some down time on the beach.
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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Greymouth ▷
Greymouth Seaside TOP 10 Holiday Park
Compact (small) site blighted by close proximity to main road and constant traffic noise.
Few showers and toilets led to queues.
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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Punakaiki ▷
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
Although we did not get the full effect of a high tide, this was a stunning example of the wonders of nature and the work of the sea.
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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Doubtful Sound ▷
Doubtful Sound Day Cruise
Organisation throughout was superb, knowledgeable staff, enjoyed every minute in spite of the rain.
One of the highlights in our trip - don't miss it!!
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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Franz Josef ▷
Rainforest Retreat
Gets a high mark in spite of barely adequate shower and toilet facilities.
Because of it's stunning location - new toilet block planned.
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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷ Mount Cook ▷
Blue Lakes and Tasman Glacier Walks
Initial views across Lake Tekapo were stunning, but nothing compared to those at Mount Cook itself - pray for a clear day!!!
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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Haast ▷
Waiatoto River Safaris
Had a couple of 'interesting' incidents.
In spite of this would recommend this as a much better alternative to Shotover etc. Knowledgeble driver learnt much about fauna and flora plus exhilirating ride home.
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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷ Auckland ▷
Easygo Campers
You get what you pay for, a cheaper van but a bit past its best.
Everything works - keep fingers crossed when starting the engine.