New Zealand 2014 – Day 4

Today is the day we made our trip to the South Islands. Can’t wait to see clear skies and snow cap mountains! We decided to take the Bluebridge Ferry across. There are mainly two ferry companies that we can take but i chose the Bluebridge Ferry as it is much cheaper. Moreover, if you book in advance and purchase online (http://www.bluebridge.co.nz), the prices are much cheaper. However, do take note that it is non-refundable.

Our Boarding Pass

Hubby’s excited look

Breakfast on the ferry

Hello Picton

Our first stop for quick refuel

Cows everywhere

Sheep everywhere

First views of snow capped mountains

Kaikoura Coastal Area

Look who we found! Seals are common along the coast

Seal Pups at Ohau Waterfalls

Can you spot the baby seals swimming?

Couple shot with Ohau Waterfall

Next we head on to Kaikoura Farm Park for our Llama Trekking. We did the taster – One Hours River Trekking for NZD 59.

You may find more details here: http://www.llamatrekking.co.nz/

Address: 12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura 7371 , New Zealand

Some of the other animals on the farm

The farmer is rounding the Llamas to prepare them for the trek

Love this photo very much (Hubby and Pegasus)

After the trek, we drove to our accommodation at Dolphin Lodge to check in.

Dolphin Lodge

View from their terrace

Our Bedroom

Fish and Chips @ Coopers Catch

Though the stay in Kaikoura was short, we had a great time. This is our first time having close encounters with the seals and llama. Our accomodation was also very comfortable and clean with ample heating.

Accomodation: Dolphin Lodge

Address: 15 Deal Street Kaikoura

Price: NZD 69 per night for a Double Room with private bathroom

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