Profile
Sam Bruylant
-
North Island ▷ Waikato ▷ Matamata ▷
Rings Scenic Tours
The Hobbiton movie set and tours were very interesting, especially if you are a Lord of the Rings fan.
We had a good guide, plenty of information and photo opportunities along the way.
-
North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Tongariro / National Park Village ▷
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Rewarding track all the way to the top although not for beginners.
You will see some amazing views which makes it worth it.
-
North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷ Wellington ▷
Capital Gateway Motor Inn
Ideally placed to the ferry to the South Island.
More expensive than most other campgrounds but the facilities are good and clean. Easy access to the city by bus too.
-
North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷ Wellington ▷
Wellington Botanic Gardens
Once up the hill, the 30 to 40 minute walk will take you back down to the city.
On the top, there is an amazing view over the city and along the way down, you will see beautiful flowers and trees.
-
North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷ Waiotapu ▷
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
This scenic reserve with the largest area of surface activity of the Taupo Volcanic Zone is really worth a visit.
When the sun is shining on all the different colours, the views are amazing.
-
North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷ Wellington ▷
Museum of New Zealand
The museum is massive with lots of different exhibitions, ranging from Maori art to earthquakes and fault lines to gaming and the different animals that live in and around New Zealand.
-
North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Paihia ▷
Carino Sailing and Dolphin Adventures
The catamaran takes you on a tour around the Bay of Islands with its beautiful scenery.
We also saw some dolphins on the way. The crew and boat were top notch. Highly recommended.
-
North Island ▷ Waikato ▷ Matamata ▷
Matamata isite Visitor Information Centre
We were helped here in a quick and nice fashion.
Very polite and well informed staff.
-
South Island ▷ Coastal Otago ▷ Oamaru ▷
Olive Grove Backpackers Hostel
Very good site, reasonably price, except the showers which cost extra but the facilities are brand new.
Good location to explore the Bay of Islands.
-
North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷ Auckland ▷
Campervan Park Auckland Airport
Ideally placed next to the airport.
The price is okay for the facilities which are clean and well maintained. Plenty of showers as well.