Adventure 2 - Part 4 - From Nelson to Kaikoura - 5 January

Nicky suggested that we try and have a look at some of the Sounds as we were in that area.  We have travelled on the Marlborough sound before when we took the ferry from Picton to Wellington last time.  But this time we saw them "up close and personal" - so beautiful especially in the sun.  The roads - not so much!

What amazes me is the number of people who follow the "Kiwi Dream" of taking a caravan to the beach!  NO ONE should drive a caravan on those roads!!  No ONE!!!

As we drove into Picton, we saw this cruise ship - the cruise ships circle NZ right through the summer months.  Probably the closest we'll get to a cruise this year!

And on to Kaikoura

We went to Kaikoura on the E Coast (between Picton and Christchurch) last time and loved it.  Its always risky going back to a place you loved in case it doesn't live up to expectations.  But this visit did.

What a stunningly beautiful part of a stunningly beautiful country.

The Coastal Scenic train - we played "tag" with it for quite a long part of the journey - what a wonderful trip it must be.  Another time .....

This is seal, dolphin and whale country.  But seals are the only ones you can see without going on a boat out to sea.  I think Hermanus might be somewhere to go this year!

Amazing vistas

And so back home - Adventure 2 under our belts!