Life is good :)

                   Wherever you are in the world, I hope you are having a fantastic day ;)

                       

  

                                                                          Nicole 

Kaiteriteri, Abel Tasman, New Zealand

Kaiteriteri, Tasman, New Zealand

Imagine yourself laying on a beach of golden sand, with dazzling blue water as your view as you sunbathe in the glorious summer sun...

  

Welcome to kaiteriteri!

Kaiteriteri has been named number 68 on the worlds top 100 best beach list by cnn.com. The famous golden sand and the large amount of sunshine hours attract people to this beach all year round. People from all over the world travel to see this beach and is a particular favourite of the many visiting European travellers. Kaiteriteri also made the top 10 "most loved beach" list by the AA.

This photo (above) I took made it onto the national news (tvnz one) a month or so back, and was taken at the start of winter... So, if this is the winter sunrise in Kaiteriteri, imagine the sunrises in summer! Kaiteriteri has been a favourite place of mine since a young age and continues to be a big part of mine (and other New Zealander's) lives. Kaiteriteri is a popular spot in summer for a camping getaway and is only a quick drive from Nelson for a day trip. The campground is right opposite the beach and camp sites are in hot demand... So, if you are planning to stay here in summer I suggest you book well in advance during winter! :)

Kaiteriteri is known as the gateway to the Abel Tasman - A large national park run by the Department Of Conservation. This area includes activities that include tramping, swimming, boating, fishing, water skiing, camping, snorkeling, paddle boarding and Kayaking. The water taxi is a quick and easy way to discover all the hidden spots dotted around this beautiful part of the Tasman. Abel Tasman Water Taxis regularly transport passengers from Kaiteriteri all the way up to Totaranui in the north of the Park. Another popular choice of transport is also kayaking and lucky for the public they can be hired out to you - as well as paddle boards.

The best time to visit this spot would be between December and February where the average water temperature sits at around 18 degrees Celsius... Perfect for swimming! ... Or falling out of your kayak ;)

I highly recommend you visit this stunning beach and see what the top of the South has to offer! 

If you have not been to New Zealand yet, you need to hurry up and book your ticket over here to visit in Summer! Go on! :) 

Here are some links to some fantastic businesses in this area that will be more than happy to help make your trip magical!

http://seakayak.co.nz/

http://experiencekaiteriteri.co.nz/campground/

http://www.abeltasmanpaddleboarding.co.nz/

Thank you for taking time to read my blog! 

Until next time

Nicole

Lake Rotoiti, South Island, New Zealand - Part 1

Stunning blue skies, crystal clear glacial waters, lush beech forests, cascading waterfalls and towering mountains... This is truly heaven. A New Zealand heaven to be exact. Welcome to Lake Rotoiti, New Zealand.

Located in the Tasman region of the South Island of New Zealand, lies this beautiful 82 metre deep mountain lake that borders the Nelson Lakes National Park near the small town of Saint Arnaud, an hour or so from Nelson. Lake Rotoiti is like the heart of the top of the south, with the mighty Buller River flowing out to the West. 

Lake Rotoiti is a gem in the crown of the South Island and is a popular place for both locals and tourists to visit. Activities include Swimming, Diving, Paddle boarding, Boating, water skiing, tramping and much more!

The heat here is gorgeous in the summer time... but being winter here in New Zealand right now, its snowing and cold. 

There is something about this place that is so magical. 

Any worries float away with the wind, and you feel so far from anywhere. Its just yourself and nature.

If you ever get the chance to, you absolutely MUST visit this Lake (especially in summer)... But do bring your sunscreen and insect repellent. (Sand flies can be a bit of a pain)

I will write more about Lake Rotoiti in the future so watch this space! :)

Thank you for reading my first post! Hope to have you back soon ;)

Until next time.

Nicole