Backpacking in New Zealand

New Zealand - Introduction and Itinerary

New Zealand… Sheep, amazing landscapes, kiwis, glowworms, penguins… What a country! We spent two months together driving through the New Zealand country and saying “Wow!” ten times a day...

Explore New Zealand by Train: The 5 Most Beautiful Train Journeys

There are many different ways to explore New Zealand’s natural beauty, but you will see most visitors renting either a car or campervan. This is undoubtedly an understandable option if you are...

Christchurch: an hour by hour beginners guide where to eat and drink

We have been living in Christchurch for almost 3 months and time is really flying by fast. We are lucky enough to be located right in the city centre. Often enough, we go for a nice big stroll...

Camp Glenorchy: an ecological piece of art

Most travellers know Queenstown by heart, being the thrill capital of New Zealand. However, not many know that the road doesn’t end in Queenstown. In fact, the very few who wisely decide to...

Sunrise on Roys Peak: Is the Instagram hike worth waking up early?

It’s 2:30 AM and the alarm on Simone her phone goes off. “It’s time to wake up.” she said. “We have to go”. It was a clear and dark night and millions of stars flickered in the night...

Orokonui Ecosanctuary: a safe haven for birds and little flowers

Unlike its neighbour Australia - a scary place where every living thing tries to either poison you or eat you - New Zealand’s’ native flora and fauna are very peaceful. Some might even call...