Comments on: Roaming the Hills of South Island – New Zealand https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand Drive, Explore, Enjoy! Wed, 16 Jul 2025 17:33:59 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 By: Michael Taylor https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3943 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 04:41:30 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3943 The scenery looks absolutely fabulous!

]]> By: Jan https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3119 Fri, 18 Aug 2023 09:03:28 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3119 In reply to Justine.

Hi Justine! We have not encountered sandflies so far, only heard about them. I suggest you carry bug sprays. Hope this helps.

]]> By: Justine https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3117 Fri, 18 Aug 2023 03:51:24 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3117 I lived in Australia and I loved it so much. During my time there, I visited NZ for a short trip. That country truly has its own charm. I wish I was able to explore more of that country. What’s the best way to deal with sandflies? Any tips on what to pack?

]]> By: Anja https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3116 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 08:37:54 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3116 The scenery looks otherworldly stunning, and your photographs capture it beautifully! Quite stuck in Europe at present (not that it’s bad) but one day sometime I will do the long two-month trip of Australia and NZ, continents I only know on the map! Bookmarked and saved.

]]> By: Kitti https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3115 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:23:40 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3115 I’ve never been to New Zealand yet, but it’s very high on my bucket list. However, my in-laws are currently planning their trip for next year, so I’m going to send them this article, because they would absolutely love visiting these spots. Thanks for sharing.

]]> By: Kelly https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3114 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:30:04 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3114 I’ve never heard of South Island, but it looks like such a stunning place to visit and explore in nature. Thanks for sharing this off-the-beaten-path destination. I’ll have to visit this place if I’m in the area.

]]> By: Tracy https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3112 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 23:53:49 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3112 I just returned from South Islands a few weeks ago. I didn’t get a chance to explore much of this side of the island. I plan to do a road trip again next year but a slower and longer trip. So exciting to know there is more to include in the plan this time! The crystal clear pool shown in your photos is pretty mesmerizing! The colour is beautiful!

]]> By: Jennifer Prince https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3110 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 15:25:25 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3110 Oh my! It’s so beautiful there. I’ve long wanted to head to New Zealand, and now it’s definitely higher up on my list. The waterfalls are stunning, and cairns are always interesting to me. There are so many there!

]]> By: Umiko https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3108 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:46:20 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3108 This is the kind of vacation I love. A road trip through a hill and stops for waterfalls, hiking, and amazing nature! The Blue Pool is very beautiful with its crystal clear water. The views from the Gates of Haast are incredible. I love all of the stops you made and most of them are close to the parking. It makes this road trip even more wonderful!

]]> By: Clarice https://leisurelydrives.com/roaming-the-hills-of-south-island-new-zealand/#comment-3107 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 17:39:59 +0000 https://leisurelydrives.com/?p=11073#comment-3107 Wow! This is really wonderful. I had no idea there are so much beautiful waterfalls here in the area. So far, Thunder Creek seems to be my favorite. I also think the Roaring Billy Falls Walk is also a must-visit. It looks so magical. Like the trees are talking with each other.

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