Travelogues Tasman

Abel Tasman, the smallest national park in New Zealand but also one of the most beautiful. Golden sandy beach, turquoise sea and endless hiking trails. Originally I never...

Another cool thing we visited was the Split Apple Rock. There are many pictures of this rock. People take a water taxi to the rock, paddle a kayak there, or take a photo from...

As we 'waited' for our kayak tour, we spent a night at a free 'campground'. Actually, it was just a big parking lot in the middle of Motueka. This parking lot had to be left at...

A few days ago, we had already booked our first surfing lesson in Westport, without knowing that we would get a job so quickly. Since we didn't want to waste the hours, we drove...

On our way to the Golden Bay and Windows Beach, we made a short stop in Takaka. A very small but beautiful town, which was very lively due to the festival a few days ago. In the...

Waitapu Bridge Reserve, Takaka Today we want to take advantage of the super good weather and spend the day at the beach. But before that, we will explore the small town of...

On arriving in the north, we said goodbye to the two girls. They continued on to the North Island and we wanted to visit Golden Bay before our kayak tour in Abel Tasman National...

We finally made it to one of my absolute favorites: Abel Tasman. A national park at the top of the South Island 🌳🌿🌊 There are great hikes, beaches with fine sand and light...

Squid & Chorizo After a hiking day in Abel Tasman National Park (report coming soon), I decided to visit the wineries in the hills this time. Moutere Hills Vinyard also...

Seabass with baby spinach salad, beans, and pickled fennel Finally arrived in the Nelson wine region. :-) In perfect weather, 26 degrees, sunshine, we went to the wine...

After visiting Abel Tasman National Park, Brayden and I embarked on a multi-day road trip to the West Coast. Last time, we didn't get a chance to see the northern part of the...

Today we went on a short hike to Goat Bay. We are excited for the rest of the South.

Alexander Bluff Road Reserve We are fond of the local markets with craftsmanship and various delicacies. Today we are going to the Sunday Market in Motueka, where we recognize...

Maruia Falls Carpark, Murchison Today we are driving to Westport on the West Coast and taking a walk at Cape Foulwind. Unfortunately, we cannot spot the resident seal colonies...

Taupata Gravel Reserve, Farewell Spit Today, we have a long drive towards Westport ahead of us. We make a stop in Motueka to see a shipwreck. The heat really takes a toll on us...

On the way back from the West Coast to Picton, we visited the Nelson Lakes. The first lake was Lake Rotoroa. We went for a little swim in this lake to cool off.

Today we visited the longest suspension bridge in New Zealand.

The second lake was Lake Rotoiti. However, we only stopped there for a short break.

Today hiking was on the agenda at Abel Tasman National Park. We took a boat into the park and then walked nearly 12 km along the coast and through forests. It was a beautiful...