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Christchurch and Wellington areas (I have lived in both), however I have travelled extensively through New Zealand and can offer help with most regions. Camping, bus tours, accommodation, swimming with dolphins, whale watch, historic places, beaches, car, motorhome, motorbike rental, glaciers, rail and ferry info, mountain biking, skiing, farm info, jet boating, flight sightseeing, caves, lakes, rivers, national parks, tramping (hiking) etc.
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| Frans | 11/10/10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | |
| Asha | 08/06/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very precise & informative. |
| Darren | 08/05/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for all of your hints. It ..... |
| Paul | 07/19/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | very much appreciated for the reply |
| isabella | 01/11/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Hi Siva The trip is going to take you more than a day of travelling to get to Queenstown - it is a 7 hour drive from Hamilton to Wellington, a 3 hour ferry trip and then a 12 hour drive to Queenstown
Hi Susan Last time I was home my Dad lived in Hokitika and Mum in Wellington so I did a very similar trip to your plan with a 2 year old, it is absolutely doable! For an idea of driving times from
Hi Richard It sounds like you are going to have a wonderful vacation! I can't book anything for you, I only provide advice and lead you to the information you are seeking. Motorhomes: Here are
Hi Frans, Sounds like you have quite an adventure planned. The weather is going to be chilly - for an idea of temperatures go to http://www.tourism.net.nz/new-zealand/about-new-zealand/weather-and-climate
Hi Peter Sorry for my delay in answering your question. Driving over to the West Coast from Christchurch is one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand. As you are looking at going from Christchurch
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