MARK CURPHEY
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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷ Wellington ▷
The Weta Cave
5.0/5
No photos are allowed inside this Aladdin's Cave of movie props.
You get to hold props from loads of movies and get to learn loads about how they are made and how they are used on set.
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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷ Waihi ▷
Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway
5.0/5
Amazing scenery mixed with mining history.
Take a head torch, you can explore deep into the mines in the pitch black.
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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷ Queenstown Township ▷
Bob’s Cove Track and Nature Walk
4.0/5
A good hike to see the clear waters of Bob's Cove.
The extra hike to the picnic site at the top of the hill is a must.
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Waipu ▷
Waipu Caves Track
5.0/5
Well signposted from State Highway 1.
Head torch and boots are needed. The last 10km to the cave are gravel tracks.
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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷ Lake Tekapo ▷
Mount John Summit Circuit
4.0/5
The views from the observatory are amazing.
The walk is steep, but short and sharp. The cafe at the top is great. Plenty of parking just next to the town centre.
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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷ Mt Maunganui ▷
Mount Maunganui Summit Walk
5.0/5
Best done first thing in the morning.
The tough 45 minute walk is worth the views.
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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Hokitika ▷
Hokitika Gorge Walk
4.5/5
A short 20-30 minute walk on a well maintained trail.
Plenty of parking. WCs available in the carpark. The Gorge is beautiful.
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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷ Matamata ▷
Rings Scenic Tours
5.0/5
Really informative tour, not just great film sets, there is a lot more details behind the scenes, the green dragon pub has excellent beer and ginger beer.
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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷ Mount Cook ▷
Sealy Tarns Track
5.0/5
Steep steps, over 1800 of them.
Great workout and the views make up for the touch climb. Amazing scenery.
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South Island ▷ Wanaka Region ▷ Wanaka Township ▷
Rob Roy Track
5.0/5
Great hike.
The DOC guys work hard to keep the track in great shape. I recommend going to the top lookout. It is very remote.
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Paihia ▷
The Rock Adventure Cruise
4.5/5
The crew all welcomed us and remembered everyone's name from first introductions.
We went snorkelling and caught Kina, which we ate afterwards. Free tea and coffee.
Thanks for reviewing our cruise Mark. Did you enjoy the kina? It is certainly an acquired taste! We'd love to host you again, safe travels
Jonny Greener
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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷ Taupo ▷
Huka Falls to Aratiatia Rapids Walking Track
4.5/5
A short 10 minute walk to see the amazing power of the Huka Falls.
The Falls are a mix of pale blue and white. You will hear the falls before you see them.