New Zealand

Our first hike of the trip, we did an easy out-and-back within Aoraki/Mt. Cook National Park. Gaining 606 feet of elevation over 7 miles, the flat route wove around Mueller Lake, through the scrubby brush of Hooker Valley, and was … Read More

We spent our first night at a wonderful little travel lodge, having figured we earned a long shower and a soft bed after 36 hours in airports. After a leisurely morning of hot tea and breakfast, we got on the … Read More

We made it! We arrived in Christchurch, New Zealand just after 6 p.m. local time, and were greeted by mild temperatures, a light breeze, and Bernd, a friendly driver from Euro Campers. Bernd welcomed us and handed over the keys … Read More