Wednesday, April 11, 2012

South Island, New Zealand, Day 8




18 OCtober 2011 (Tuesday)

The fireplace at Basil's.


No real plan for today, Should I bypass Hanmer Spring and drive up North to Blenheim, or drive south .. far south again towards Arthurs Pass



Anyway, exploring Westport first.

A official building in Westport. Looks like a landmark here.




The main street of Westport



After spending some money, make a detour to Tauranga Bay Seal Colony.












Taking Route 6 South, then route 69, we reach Reefton.









Miner's hut for show.



Passing Lewis Pass.

















Reached Hanmer Spring. Famous for its hot spring and a weekend getaway for people from Christchurch.






Taking a dip in the many hot pools. Cost NZD18 perperson. No time limit.

Wonderful doing it in the cold weather and some light rain.











Our dinner for that night. The place where she started to love and crave for pizzas.






Accomodation for the night. Kakapo lodge. A more family-oriented accomodation.






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