It’s official…I have booked a one way ticket to NEW ZEALAND!!! After much consideration and planning, I have decided that I will begin my adventure in the land of Kiwis. I couldn’t be more excited to have New Zealand as my launching pad! I will be flying into Queenstown and I plan on spending a couple of days there exploring and hopefully doing some day hikes in the area. From there, my plan is to set off on a month long journey throughout the North and South Islands.
The things I think I am most looking forward are:
- Bungee Jumping at Nevis
- Hiking – Tongariro Crossing, Abel Tasman
- Glow Worm Caves
- Snorkeling or Scuba diving
I have also booked my transportation while I am there. I spent quite a bit of time figuring out what would be the best option for me as a solo traveler. I ended up deciding that a backpacker bus was the best fit. I have the ability to hop on and hop off the bus at our various stops. So, if I want to stay longer somewhere, I have that flexibility. Since I am traveling solo, I thought this would be the best way to meet some people, not have to worry about driving OR getting lost!
Having a destination and flight booked has made it that much more real! T-35 days until liftoff!!
Has anyone use the backpacker buses in NZ? What else would you recommend that I do or see?
oh, love new zealand! want to go there someday so bad. enjoy it! sounds like a good plan that you have there. can’t wait to hear about all you’re going to do there.
Thanks, Alice! It definitely looks like New Zealand is going to fit my personality well. Lots of adventure and outdoor activities! I will keep everyone up to date as my plans all come together 🙂
Amy! Great starting choice – you’ll have to tell me how you like it there. Definitely on my (& Steve’s) list of places to be. I’m just so damn excited for you!! Can’t wait to read all about your adventures!!
Hey Terah! So glad you are following along on my wild ride! I couldnt be more excited to get to NZ. I thought it would be the perfect place to start. I may not ever leave 🙂 I’ll give you and Steve all my tips so that you guys can go soon too! 🙂
Wow – the people there are the best in the world! You are gonna have a ball! Must visit – South Island – Kaikoura, Nelson and Marlborough, North Island – Hawkes Bay, Rotorua, the Coromandel and the Bay of Islands (Paihia and Russell), then head up to Cape Reinga and down the West Coast to Opononi!! I work with Liz don’t hesitate to let me know if you want any more suggestions!!
Hi Jan! Glad to have you following along! I am so incredibly excited to be headed to NZ. I appreciate all of the recommendations and I will definitely make note of those places and try and work them into my plans. It looks like such a beautiful country and a perfect way to start my journey!
Oh, Amy! You are an inspiration and bohgurt tears of pride because your words ring so true in what we all strive to achieve as writers. Great blog post!{Waving to my fellow TMP author} Hey Ciara! Thanks for inviting Amy to share a bit about what inspires her. You’re both at the top of my TBR pile!~Taryn