North or South Island
on North- or South IslandSo where do you begin, on the North or South Island? So where do you begin, on the North or South Island? Begin in Auckland and head south. Then, the landscape construction comes to the beautiful south. So where do you begin, on the North or South Island? You' ve verified what I thought - starting in Auckland and finishing in ChCh. yes, March and until April sound good!
I' ve read many TR's and the "Fishhook" map seems to be the most frequent way to see the South Island, so I will do so. So where do you begin, on the North or South Island? So where do you begin, on the North or South Island? So where do you begin, on the North or South Island?
Hey there, I was wondering whether it is more ideals to do the SI first and then the NI because of the more mild environment up north. So where do you begin, on the North or South Island? On the South Island I find the temporary workers so much cooler than in the North, although there can be some very hot summer in the South; but not consistent.
It is an urbane legend, I think, that the south has a better countryside. North has a breathtaking indigenous shrub and a beautiful coast with many beautiful sands. The North Island countryside is more contrasting.
Netherlands: North-South Island
Wherever you choose to go to New Zealand and learn, you can't go anywhere else. The North Island's wonderful coastline and the impressive mountains of the South Island will always be a reward. They are some of my favourite places in both the North and South Islands that could help you put together a route.
I begin with the North Island, as I spent most of my life abroad in Wellington (in the south part of the North Island). It' s my favourite town in the whole state and not only because I used to live and study there. There is an astonishing cultural life with so much going on and there is always something to do.
From the waterfront and stunning views, to Mount Victoria, which is right in town, to the many different cafes (Cuba Street) or the free visit to the Apple Te Papa Museum, there's no lack of activity in Wellington. Wellington nightlife is also a great place.
It' never a terrible moment in the city of Wellington. Heading north, you will arrive in Napier, where there are lovely vineyards to visit. Zorbing is where you can go down a big hillside in a giant dance, which a New Zealand has to do because it is the adventurous city of the game.
The next stop is Tongariro Circuit on the North Island. They have wonderful sandy areas such as the warm waters and Cathedral Cove. Cathhedral Cove is an astonishing little sandy place about 10 minutes walking distance from the parkinglot (this is a "parking lot" in New Zealand) and is a really nice place to get the opportunity to go this far north.
While continuing our ascent to the North Island, the next stop is Auckland, a much larger town with an internatonal airfield. For your last stop on the North Island I suggest the Bay of Islands, which is situated directly in front of the north coastline of New Zealand. It is the hottest part of the land and has wonderful sandy areas with a lot of aquatic activity.
Most of my trip I myself was on the South Island because there were many possibilities for hiking. In the north of the island is the Abel Tasman National Park, which offers many different hiking possibilities. You are in the forest in a moment and then all of a sudden you are on a nice sandy spot with amazing amounts of clear sea to take a fresh bath.
If you are heading south, a stop in Nelson/Marlborough is always a good one. There' s a bicycle ride that you can take from all the vineyards, which is a great one. Moa is a New Zealand artisanal draught locally brewed brewer that has one of its breweries along the vineyard road. It is also an important South Island town.
It has recently gone through a difficult period with a severe quake or two years ago, but it still has its vibrant atmosphere as it gradually builds up again. There' s Mount Cook, New Zealand's largest peak with over 12,000ft. The Fox and Franz Josef glaciers are just to your western side on Mount Cook.
This is a 100% must during your stay in New Zealand, as it is an unbelievable view and truly notable. Further down towards the centre of the island is Wanaka. Wanaka may not be as much loved as the nearest Queenstown, but it is a wonderful little village with a fantastic sea and a good number of walks to get a great view of the sea.
They are both wonderful 2-3 days tours, on which you can tent and sleep in a cab. The trails are part of the Great Walks, which are 9 walks rated by New Zealand's Ministry of Nature Conservation as the best in the state. This boating trip (which takes about an hour) is definitely a worthwhile one, as you will see astonishing falls and some wild animals such as seal and even ping-pen.
After all, there is the bottom of South Island, where Dunedin and Stewart Island are located. Dunnedin is a large university that surrounds a humble town. It' a school town: a college town: the Underneath is a trip by boat to Stewart Island. You can take another great stroll along the beach and woods, and if you're fortunate, you might see the Southlights.
You can see that on my travels through New Zealand I had many high points and can't really suggest both the North and the South Island. The only thing that matters when you plan your trip in New Zealand is how much of it you can plan during your stay abroad.
Sa-Sa-Saint Anselm College, David Shaw graduated from TEAN in New Zealand.