Peter Bowen-Simpkins
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Akaroa ▷
Akaroa TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0/5
Well sited but steep climb if visiting village.
Good amenities.
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Christchurch ▷
Christchurch Art Gallery
4.0/5
V. interesting.
Good selection of N.Z art. Well worth a visit.
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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Milford Sound - Fiordland National Park ▷
Southern Discoveries
4.5/5
Excellent.
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Christchurch ▷
Happy Campers
3.0/5
Lack of attention to detail.
Minor problems with van (lights not working, missing plug, faulty key, cupboard knob fell off etc).
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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Te Anau ▷
Te Anau Tasman Holiday Parks
3.5/5
Very crowded.
Vehicles very close together. Good facilities but $10 more expensive than any other site.
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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷ Lake Tekapo ▷
Mount John via Lakeshore
4.5/5
Well signposted and marked.
Very scenic and strongly recommended. (3hr walk)
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South Island ▷ Wanaka Region ▷ Wanaka Township ▷
Rocky Mountain and Diamond Lake
4.0/5
Literature stated 12km from Wanaka.
It is 20km. Well marked, very steep in parts. At least moderate fitness required even to get to Diamond Lake viewpoint. Wonderful views at summit (3hr walk).
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Ashburton ▷
Mount / Mt Somers Holiday Park
4.0/5
Small, very welcoming, beautiful and well kept gardens.
Good facilities.
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Akaroa ▷
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruises
4.5/5
Comfortable boat, knowledgeable commentary, good value for money.