South Island trip Part 1: Christchurch

Had a great time down south with Alice, Donna and Jacob. I'll be posting photos from the trip in parts - too many to share all at once! I'll post just the favourites.

Our first leg of the journey began in Christchurch. Alice and I travelled overland from Palmerston North to Wellington, took the ferry across to Picton, and journeyed on the bus into Christchurch. A long journey indeed - almost 10 hours in total, but quite scenic, particularly around the Kaikoura area. We stopped to watch some seals too!

CHRISTCHURCH
Visited the International Antarctic Centre and rode on the Hagglund (all terrian vehicle) and saw some Blue Penguins.





On our way to Akaroa, a historical French settlement on the Banks Peninsula (82km from Christchurch), we stopped to buy some cheap delicious cherries. Alice is showing off her bag of cherries.


Akaroa is a lovely seaside town set within a beautiful harbour. It was a warm summer afternoon when we arrived and we had fish and chips at the local shop.


Akaroa in the background.


This was our home away from home while we were in Christchurch. It's the "Kozy Kiwi" which is a 2 bedroom self contained unit. I shared the bunk with Alice and Donna and Jacob shared the double bed. Our transport for the trip - our trusty blue Mazda Familia.


Next post - Dunedin!