Funky Chicken on Tour day 14 (Wanaka - Queenstown)

After a very quiet night full of sleep we got up and started into the direction of the Puzzling World. Queenstown is only 100 km away so we had plenty of time to get confused in the maze and figure out how the games work within the café as well as some picture opportunities. I have to admit that I took the emergency exit out of the maze, otherwise I probably would have spent hours in there.

Funky Chicken on Tour day 13 (Wanaka)

After another horror night without sleep we got up pretty early. My roommates couldn’t decide during the night whether they wanted to stay in the room or not. I was really close to freak out because I didn’t get any sleep. I guess sometimes you get lucky with your roomies and sometimes not….

Anyway, on the way to Wanaka we stopped at the Lake Matheson for a nice view of the Mount Cook which was reflected in the Lake. After a quick breakfast we continued with a few stops for pictures in between.

After checking into the Hostel in Wanaka we started to explore the little town. Very quickly I decided to jump into the lake to get a freezing cold refreshment.

 

I didn’t do any other activities here and just watched some movies and tried to sort out the music I copied from a fellow traveller the other day, in total 50 GB, this should keep me busy :)

Funky Chicken on Tour day 12 (Franz Josef)

The night was a nightmare because of the people that partied all night and got up very early singing and screaming in the hallway. We had to get up around 8 for our walking tour to the Franz Josef Glacier where we would do some ice climbing.

First we were fitted with some gear and then headed to the low point of the glacier where we would start our tour.

We booked a full day tour however due to the wind we only could go up half way and had to return. Luckily the Glacier Tour Operator gave us some refund.

 

This was followed by a visit to the hot pools which were included in the tour package, a very nice relaxing oasis.

We were very lucky with the weather today and I am going to enjoy it while I can. Later on I will go to the pub and enjoy some Fish and Chips (or Pizza) because I think after doing so great on my diet I deserve it :)

We will continue tomorrow to Wanaka very early in the morning. Have a great day/night and loads of kisses to my friends and family.

Funky Chicken on Tour day 11 (Franz Josef)

I apologies at this point to my roommates from last night; I couldn’t find my mobile when the alarm went off this morning and I woke everyone up (whoops).
 

I had enough time for a quick stop at the lake before throwing my backpack into the bus.

Funky Chicken on Tour Day 10 (Lake Mahinapua)

We left Westport with a few people hungover from last night NZ winning party and continued our way down to Cape Foulwind where we took an hour walk around to the seal colony and enjoyed the stunning view.

Funky Chicken on Tour day 9 (Westport)

Some of the group had Kayaking for the morning in Kaiteriteri booked; the rest of us had the chance to take a walk through the Able Tasman Park and beach around the area. As soon as everyone got back we continued our drive to Westport where we would spend the night.

We arrived in Westport and a few of us decided to go for the jet boating activity. I first went shopping for some food. The hostel we stayed that night was really nice and the staffs were very friendly, I would absolute recommend this one.

The evening was spent in a pub to watch the NZ vs. Australia game. Luckily NZ won and everyone was in a good mood.

Nothing else happened here. It is actually a shame that I can’t do all the activities the Kiwi Experience offers, it is just too pricy. I have a few things I am still going to do but until then I am just taking it relaxed and enjoy the scenery while the bus is driving to our next destination.

Happy Travels.

Funky Chicken on Tour day 8 (South Island - Kaiteriteri)

We had to get up early this morning to catch the Ferry over to the South Island – Picton. One of the reasons I decided to fly back is the cost for the Ferry, which is not included in my bus pass and would cost me an extra 55$. 
 

The crossover was very quick and the scenery as usual very stunning. I enjoyed a little breakfast on the ferry.