Te Anau Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

The 8th world wonder - Milford sound

It’s a Fjord not a sound. Maoris – the native people of New Zealand named it Piopiotahi after the piopio bird, endemic to New Zealand but so unlucky now extinct. Milford sound was name after European settlers discovered this place. Here sees more rainy days than dry because of its geographical location. Hence, more waterfalls for the tourists plus the snow lays on top of those limestone dissolve. Furthermore, the sunset and sunrise are worth overnight for spectacular photos. Take a boat ride could spot some wildlife like dolphins, seals, penguins, Kea etc. with a cup of coffee sitting on the cruise ship enjoy those amazing engaging views. #2023travelwish #awesomepic #couplestrip #mytripvlog#wintervacation #newzealand #Southland #southisland

I absolutely love this vibrant vitality!

After spending nearly a month in New Zealand I truly felt the meaning of the word 'antidote' to my weary life . Find a favorite riverside to bask in the sun Sit by the river and quietly daydream Lie down and listen to the sounds of nature Live peacefully with the small animals of the wild Let the beautiful scenery of nature heal oneself I really love this atmosphere! . Lately, many friends have been asking about the New Zealand trip itinerary Sharing it with everyone . 🚘【20-Day New Zealand Self-Drive Itinerary Guide】 day1-2: Christchurch, Akaroa (coastline, alpaca farm) day3-4: Lake Tekapo (Church of the Good Shepherd, mountaintop cafe) day5-7: Wanaka (That Wanaka Tree, lake cycling, hiking) Omarama (outdoor private baths) day8-12: Queenstown (Arrowtown, Glenorchy, deer park) day13-14: Fiordland (Te Anau, Milford Sound) day15-16: Dunedin (tunnel beach) day17-18: Kaikoura (sea fishing, whale watching) day19-20: Auckland

The beauty of New Zealand, you will understand only when you experience it personally~

Dear readers, do you all have a dream, that is, to explore the mysterious world of New Zealand and feel her magnificent style? So, what are you hesitating about, this 6-day and 5-night New Zealand itinerary is the starting point for your dream to come true. ------------------------------ Click on the business card below for a super money-saving strategy👇Hurry up and code it! ------------------------------ In this itinerary, you will have the opportunity to take a cruise to see the eighth wonder of the world, Milford Sound, explore three characteristic towns, feel the style of the South Island, and there is a full Chinese driver and guide service to make your trip worry-free.😊 On the first day, we will gather in Christchurch and then go to Tekapo🚌, which is a famous lakeside stargazing town. On this day, we will visit the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Cathedral Square, Avon River, and the Good Shepherd Church, allowing you to see the natural and cultural style of New Zealand. The next day, we will go from Tekapo to Mount Cook National Park🚌, where you can choose to pay for a helicopter to overlook the Tasman Glacier and feel the magnificence of the glacier. Then we will go to Queenstown, where you will have a two-night four-star hotel accommodation experience, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of Queenstown. In the next few days, we will visit one of the eight wonders of the world, Milford Sound, explore the characteristic towns of Te Anau and Dunedin, and even have the opportunity to visit the Blue Penguin Base and watch the little penguins return to their nests up close.🐧 In general, this is a deep South Island trip in New Zealand, where you can take a cruise🛳️, admire international wonders. Experience the comfort of a four-star hotel, visit characteristic towns, and feel the local customs of New Zealand. Can you find this price itinerary? So, the beauty of New Zealand, dare you come for a tour?🚀

Te Anau, the favorite town of this trip, is also the only way to link Queenstown to Milford Sound. It is very suitable for retreat here when driving, because there is almost no town in the next section. There are very few gas stations, and the road to Milford is still very fuel-efficient. The price of the town is very close to the people. The RV camp is almost the most cost-effective on the way. There are many choices in the restaurant. The supermarket has four square and fresh choices. The price is much lower than what we saw in Arrowtown and Queenstown. Almost half of the gifts were bought in Te Anau. Compared to other lakes in the South Island, there are no majestic peaks around Lake Te Anau, which is slightly dull at first sight, but it is the largest lake in the South Island. A trail was specially opened on the grass along the lake. There aren't too amazing places here, simple and pure, and maybe tired because of aesthetics. But this is the quietest lake I encountered in this trip. I didn't have the worldly cockroaches. I took a walk along the lake and watched the sunset. I was tired of finding a bench and sitting in a daze. It was so comfortable to be old here. It is the life I am looking forward to.

Lake light and mountain color, azure beauty! The heart-stirring Lake Te Anau

Lake Te Anau is located in the town of Lake Te Anau in New Zealand, which is an immersive lakeside paradise. As you approach the lake, you will immediately be surrounded by the clear lake water and the magnificent mountain scenery around. The azure hue of the lake water is intoxicating, making people can't help but fall into it. Walking along the lake, feeling the breeze on your face and the rippling lake surface, this place has brought me an immersive travel experience🌊😱 Enjoy the clear lake water and magnificent mountain scenery at Lake Te Anau. You can choose to walk along the lake, take a boat, or sit by the lake to enjoy the scenery. The color and transparency of the lake water will amaze you, as if you have entered a fairyland. The magnificent mountain scenery around adds more visual enjoyment. It makes people intoxicated.💙🏞️ At Lake Te Anau, you will be attracted by the lake light and mountain color. Whether it's the dawn at sunrise or the afterglow at dusk, it makes this beautiful scenery particularly charming. The lake light and mountain color complement each other, giving people a feeling of heart-stirring. Lake Te Anau is definitely a recommended travel destination to collect, every visit will make people reluctant to leave.🌅✨ Be shocked by the charm of nature, immerse yourself in the lakeside experience of Lake Te Anau, bring your good mood and longing, come to Lake Te Anau, and enjoy the attraction of this azure beauty!🌊😱

New Zealand Hiking| Milford Track crosses the Jurassic World

| Milford Track crosses the Jurassic World. New Zealand Hiking| Milford Track crosses the Jurassic World The hardest to grab Milford Sound track is realized, the wild luxury hiking not only has independent lodge to live, there are hot water soap drying room at night, and a stunningly rich 3 course meal dinner! (Crazy right flip) Every day after hiking, take a bath, order a glass of pinot gris wine, The first day you have to take a boat across te anau lake to enter the trail head, and the last day you have to take a boat out to Mitre peak lodge. Crossing the Jurassic forest-like beach tree forest, valleys, jungles, mountains, avalanches, lakes, waterfalls, rapids and countless magical small animals in the isolated fjord park, I was healed by nature again! The whole journey takes five days, but actually only three days of real hiking. The whole route is very beautiful, with some classic scenery that can't be missed! Day1- Take a bus, take a boat, and walk for 20 minutes to the first lodge (private lodge and doc hut are far apart) Glade House. Day2- Cross the beach tree forest, you can see hundreds of small waterfalls, mirror-like lakes, and very nice waterfall downstream swimming points. Arrive at Pomplona lodae.Dav3- Start from the canyon scenery in the morning mist, go up and down through the mckinon path, several classic large waterfalls, many rare flowers, alpine parrots, see the shocking avalanche, cross the Jurassic world-like forest, arrive at quentin lodge, you can walk side walk to see southland fall absolutely shocking!! Don't miss it! Day-4 Long beach tree forest, 23km flat route, along the valley, pass by bell rock (very magical, must go in/New Zealand classic postcard treasure green waterfall. Also pass through Milford window, which is also my favorite landscape. Finally arrive at sandfly bay and take a small boat out.

Wanaka - Serenity like no other.

Wanaka is a gorgeous skii town in the Otago region of New Zealand. With breathtaking glaciers and a back drop of the Mount Aspiring Alps it's a must visit for any travellers looking for a slice of bliss. Surrounded by nature walks and rugged hiking trails, there's plenty to do and see for any adventure seekers. With so much untouched natural beauty to look at, its easy to forget the hidden gem that is the Wanaka township and the great community vibes that the whole area brings. Will certainly be coming back next visit to New Zealand! #new Zealand Travel #hiking #naturalpark #tripblazers #snow Mountain

Fall Colours by the Lake

Visit Lake Wanaka during autumn for an immersive fall experience! The vibrant autumn colours are stunning to say the least. Look for the lonely tree, an icon of this gem. No matter where you look, the scenery is gorgeous. Plan this in your itinerary when visiting New Zealand! #passionpassport

The Wanaka tree is a bit of a legend on Instagram, even having its own hashtag #thatwanakatree.

I regret not staying a night in Wanaka, this is the life I want

😓The thing I regret the most about this family trip to New Zealand is not spending a night in Wanaka. I made the mistake of staying three nights in Queenstown, and I'm really crying over my own stupidity! I hope no one makes the same mistake as me❌ Personally, I'm not very fond of Queenstown. To me, it feels more like a tourist distribution center, quite commercialized. Wanaka, just an hour away, 🥰really made me experience the super chill life of the locals! 🚘The drive starts with many Z-shaped bends, so everyone must be careful! There are many lookouts along the way where you can stop to take photos, the scenery is spectacular, and there's the famous 📍Cardrona Bra Fence to check in at. 🌊Lying flat by the beautiful lake and basking in the sun, I can't imagine how blissful it is! There are more foreigners here, some walking, reading, lying flat, walking dogs, daydreaming... You can also try various activities, such as boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and cycling. 🌟Recommended check-in spots: ✅The Lone Tree🌲: 📍Wanaka tree, a very famous spot, no need to say more! There's plenty of parking 🅿️ nearby! ✅Lakeside Children's Playground: Right next to the Lone Tree, a paradise for kids to play, while parents can watch the lake view 👀! ✅Puzzling World: 📍Puzzling world, a place that combines fun and intelligence, with various mazes, illusion exhibitions, and interactive games, suitable for both adults and children! ✅Family Hiking: 📍Lake Wanaka Outlet Track, about an hour one way, 2-3 hours round trip, with parking at the entrance. There's a row of restaurants and cafes ☕ by the lakeside in the town, where you can enjoy delicious seafood while admiring the lake view, how wonderful! 🌟🌟🌟Thank you Wanaka, for letting me enjoy the lake and mountain scenery and the leisurely life of the locals, and for an unforgettable family time!

Christchurch offers breathtaking coastal hikes

Christchurch offers breathtaking coastal hikes.|||Akaroa Head Scenic Reserve It's just a one and a half hour drive from Christchurch, right by the French🇫🇷 town of Akaroa, 11 kilometers past Akaroa, but it's all uphill. The second half of the journey is on a Gravel road suitable only for four-wheel drives. Be sure to drive carefully and slowly, ideally not exceeding 40 km/h to avoid losing control and skidding. My front-wheel drive was really hard to handle. But once you get there, a 15-minute hike will take you to amazing spots for bucketing and taking incredible photos. The big rocks in the back look just like an elephant's🐘 trunk. Standing on the edge of the cliff and taking a shot is simply unbeatable. You can continue walking further if you have time. I was limited, but I recommend you go and experience it for yourself. It's definitely even more beautiful when the weather is good.

New Zealand's beauty can heal everything

Fall in love with the wind over this wilderness. 🇳🇿New Zealand, a country known as 'the last piece of oasis on Earth', attracts the gaze of countless travelers; it boasts unparalleled natural beauty🍃 and unique culture, making one feel as if they are in a fairy-tale world From the North Island to the South Island, every step is a picture-perfect scene, marveling at the natural wonders; whether exploring the magnificent scenery of the Southern Alps🏔️ or wandering the mysterious world of glaciers, it brings an unprecedented shock and emotion🌬️ 12-day itinerary for the North and South Islands: ❶Auckland FreeDay ❷Auckland > Blue Spring > Hobbiton > Rotorua ❸Rotorua > Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland > Auckland ❹Christchurch FreeDay ❺Christchurch > Oamaru ❻Oamaru > Dunedin > Invercargill ❼Invercargill > Bluff > Te Anau ❽Te Anau > Milford Sound > Queenstown ❾Queenstown > Arrowtown > Wanaka > Queenstown ❶⓪Queenstown FreeDay ❶❶Queenstown > Mount Cook > Tekapo ❶❷Tekapo > Christchurch Traveling in New Zealand, getting close to nature, and feeling the magic of the world✨ No matter the way, it will make you rediscover the connection between yourself and nature, and feel the beauty and infinite possibilities of life♥️

Please make sure to visit New Zealand, which is all the rage on social media

Itinerary 1 Various places - Beijing 2 Beijing - Auckland 3 Auckland - Rotorua 4 Rotorua - Auckland 5 Auckland - Christchurch 6 Christchurch - Arthur's Pass - Greymouth - Glacier Town 7 Glacier Town - Fox Glacier - Wanaka - Queenstown 8 Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown 9 Queenstown - Dunedin - Oamaru 10 Oamaru - Mount Cook - Christchurch 11 Christchurch - Auckland - Beijing 12 Beijing - Various places Must-visit Attractions 🎇The five must-visit lakes in New Zealand: Lake Tekapo + Lake Wanaka + Lake Wakatipu + Lake Matheson + Lake Rotorua 🎆Check-in the famous trio of the North Island: Hobbiton, the Glowworm Caves, and Agrodome Farm 🌌Alpine Scenic Train Journey: Experience the scenery above the clouds, feel the chill at the mountain peaks, and enjoy the moving scenery as the train weaves through the mountains 🎇Witness the millennia-old glaciers - the spectacular sight of Fox Glacier, feel the grandeur of the glaciers, and unveil the mysteries of the glaciers before your eyes 🎑Glacier Helicopter: Helicopter snow descent to and from the mountain peaks, aerial photography + top-down view, the beautiful and magnificent scenery of the millennia-old glacier mountains ⛰Milford Sound is the largest and most famous fjord in New Zealand's Fiordland National Park, formed during the Ice Age, also known as the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' 🌅Light trekking on the Hooker Valley Track at the foot of Mount Cook, the best viewing point for Mount Cook 🌉Dunedin, the most Scottish-like city in New Zealand, experience the world's steepest street 🌆Steampunk capital Oamaru, watch the huge spherical Moeraki Boulders on the beach after the tide 🌃Nighttime viewing of the world's smallest blue penguins returning to their nests, these little guys adorably walk back to their homes at night

I absolutely love this vibrant vitality!

After spending nearly a month in New Zealand I truly felt the meaning of the word 'antidote' to my weary life . Find a favorite riverside to bask in the sun Sit by the river and quietly daydream Lie down and listen to the sounds of nature Live peacefully with the small animals of the wild Let the beautiful scenery of nature heal oneself I really love this atmosphere! . Lately, many friends have been asking about the New Zealand trip itinerary Sharing it with everyone . 🚘【20-Day New Zealand Self-Drive Itinerary Guide】 day1-2: Christchurch, Akaroa (coastline, alpaca farm) day3-4: Lake Tekapo (Church of the Good Shepherd, mountaintop cafe) day5-7: Wanaka (That Wanaka Tree, lake cycling, hiking) Omarama (outdoor private baths) day8-12: Queenstown (Arrowtown, Glenorchy, deer park) day13-14: Fiordland (Te Anau, Milford Sound) day15-16: Dunedin (tunnel beach) day17-18: Kaikoura (sea fishing, whale watching) day19-20: Auckland

New Zealand Hiking| Milford Track crosses the Jurassic World

| Milford Track crosses the Jurassic World. New Zealand Hiking| Milford Track crosses the Jurassic World The hardest to grab Milford Sound track is realized, the wild luxury hiking not only has independent lodge to live, there are hot water soap drying room at night, and a stunningly rich 3 course meal dinner! (Crazy right flip) Every day after hiking, take a bath, order a glass of pinot gris wine, The first day you have to take a boat across te anau lake to enter the trail head, and the last day you have to take a boat out to Mitre peak lodge. Crossing the Jurassic forest-like beach tree forest, valleys, jungles, mountains, avalanches, lakes, waterfalls, rapids and countless magical small animals in the isolated fjord park, I was healed by nature again! The whole journey takes five days, but actually only three days of real hiking. The whole route is very beautiful, with some classic scenery that can't be missed! Day1- Take a bus, take a boat, and walk for 20 minutes to the first lodge (private lodge and doc hut are far apart) Glade House. Day2- Cross the beach tree forest, you can see hundreds of small waterfalls, mirror-like lakes, and very nice waterfall downstream swimming points. Arrive at Pomplona lodae.Dav3- Start from the canyon scenery in the morning mist, go up and down through the mckinon path, several classic large waterfalls, many rare flowers, alpine parrots, see the shocking avalanche, cross the Jurassic world-like forest, arrive at quentin lodge, you can walk side walk to see southland fall absolutely shocking!! Don't miss it! Day-4 Long beach tree forest, 23km flat route, along the valley, pass by bell rock (very magical, must go in/New Zealand classic postcard treasure green waterfall. Also pass through Milford window, which is also my favorite landscape. Finally arrive at sandfly bay and take a small boat out.