The Clay Cliffs are located approximately 10 km west of the little town of Omarama in New Zealand. The Clay Cliffs are a stark sight – tall pinnacles separated by narrow ravines. These otherworldly formations are made up of layers of gravel and silt, originally formed by the flow from Read More
Paradise is a rural locality in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. It lies on the eastern side of the Dart River at the head of Lake Wakatipu, Aclose to the settlement of Glenorchy. What is a trip to Paradise like? Well, there’s a scenic drive, Read More
We all know about Milford Sound, Mount Taranaki and the Bay of Islands, but what about the Kiwi treasures that don’t make the headlines? Waimangu Volcanic Valley near Rotorua is one of them. Its 4km walking trail passes the largest hot spring in the world, dramatic geysers and an enormous Read More
Situated between Taupo & Rotorua on the banks of the Waikato River (Lake Ohakuri) lies The Hidden Valley of Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park. Off the beaten tourist track it is at once breath-taking in its beauty, and yet spine – chilling in the might of its unbridled subterranean Read More
Mount Sunday is a low-set “mountain” isolated in the Canterbury Plains of New Zealand’s South Island. It sits in the middle of a flat, barren river plain, and is surrounded by snow-capped mountain ranges in the far distance. Mount Sunday is a stunning site, with expansive views of the Rangitata Read More
Mount Tarawera is a volcano on the North Island of New Zealand. Located 24 kilometres southeast of Rotorua, it consists of a series of rhyolitic lava domes that were fissured down the middle by an explosive basaltic eruption in 1886. Back in 1886, the eruption of Mount Tarawera was one Read More
Roy’s Peak Track is located in Wanaka area in the Otago region in New Zealand. The track begins by zigzagging along a steep 4WD track from the carpark to the conservation area. From there, continue on through wild tussock grasslands until you reach Roy’s Peak summit. Along the way, take Read More
Sculpted out of volcanic activity and thousands of years in the making, Wai-O-Tapu is considered to be New Zealand’s most colourful and diverse geothermal sightseeing attraction, and has been named as one of the 20 most surreal places in the world. The thermal wonderland is incredible, a truly unique place Read More
Arthur’s Pass National Park is a major national park in the center of the South Island New Zealand. The park is a popular stop from the TranzAlpine train and has hikes both long and short. It is one of the highest passes in the Southern Alps. One way or another, Read More
Simpsons Gap is one of the most prominent gaps in the West MacDonnell Ranges in Australia. Located just 18 kilometres from Alice Springs, it features the towering cliffs of Simpsons Range, a permanent waterhole and opportunities to spot resident wildlife. At dawn and dusk you might see Black-footed Rock-wallabies along Read More
Sellicks Beach is 53 kilometres away from Adelaide. The big, prominent hills of Sellicks Hill Range roll down towards Gulf St Vincent and the broad sandy beaches run north towards Adelaide. It’s like veins run through the hills. This part of the coastline is renowned for its plentiful fishing and Read More
Australia’s Uluru is one of the world’s most renowned natural landmarks, previously known as Ayers Rock. In the heart of Australia’s outback, this iconic structure has a vast history. Uluru is 3.6km long and rises a towering 348m from the surrounding red desert. If your first sight of Uluru is Read More