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Peter Bowen-Simpkins
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South Island ▷ Wanaka Region ▷ Wanaka Township ▷
Rocky Mountain and Diamond Lake
Literature stated 12km from Wanaka.
It is 20km. Well marked, very steep in parts. At least moderate fitness required even to get to Diamond Lake viewpoint. Wonderful views at summit (3hr walk).
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Akaroa ▷
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruises
Comfortable boat, knowledgeable commentary, good value for money.
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Ashburton ▷
Mount / Mt Somers Holiday Park
Small, very welcoming, beautiful and well kept gardens.
Good facilities.
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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷ Lake Tekapo ▷
Mount John via Lakeshore
Well signposted and marked.
Very scenic and strongly recommended. (3hr walk)
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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Te Anau ▷
Te Anau Tasman Holiday Parks
Very crowded.
Vehicles very close together. Good facilities but $10 more expensive than any other site.
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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Milford Sound - Fiordland National Park ▷
Southern Discoveries
Excellent.
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Christchurch ▷
Happy Campers
Lack of attention to detail.
Minor problems with van (lights not working, missing plug, faulty key, cupboard knob fell off etc).
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Akaroa ▷
Akaroa TOP 10 Holiday Park
Well sited but steep climb if visiting village.
Good amenities.
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Christchurch ▷
Christchurch Art Gallery
V. interesting.
Good selection of N.Z art. Well worth a visit.