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This was taken at the Kea Point lookout at Mt Cook National Park. It was an easy trek and the view was phenomenal. We got there just as the sun was about to go behind the mountains so I was glad that I could capture what was left of the light on those snow-capped peaks. The giant mountain there is Mt Wakefield and just to the left of it is Mt Cook, nearly fully covered by those stubborn clouds. The Muller Glacier down the bottom definitely gave the image a good colour contrast as well.

Possibly one of the best hike I have ever done in my life. We did the Hooker Valley trail - it was relatively easy to do. You wouldn't even get tired because of the scenery in front of you. It was a beautiful hike and unfortunately, our stay here was short (for future visitors, spend some time in this area and do the other hikes).

The way to Mt. Cook was amazing as well. There was one point where we went around the mountains filled with #snow. I was stunned with the beauty surrounding me that I forgot to take a photo. I felt like I was in a fantasyland - the clouds were a bit dark as well so I had that eerie feeling that a dragon from Lord of the Rings will fly out in the sky at any minute. It was a magical feeling.

#hiking #newzealand #southisland #mtcook #mountains #snow

With the weather being closed in for most of the day, our planned destination was revised and here we were. A 30 minute leisurely walk through Alpine paths, a scramble down the rocks and this is what you could be met with. Icebergs still floating in Spring (not that the weather felt like Spring), moody skies and in the distance the glacial ice. This area, not that long ago was more glacial than lake. Yes, it was once Tasman Glacier. You could stay here for hours, I did. #newzealand #glacier #lake #nature

Flying over the braided rivers feeding into Lake Pukaki, getting an unreal perspective of Mount Cook and the snow covered village below with The Helicopter Line 🚁

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Lake Te Anau

Explore a geologically active glowworm cave, relax in a lakeside town and organise a kayaking adventure when visiting this spectacular glacial lake.

If you can afford it, I recommend splurging on a helicopter flight or fixed wing plane ride to Milford from Queenstown or Wanaka. The views of Fiordland from above are unbeatable.

Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre

Explore the great outdoors at Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre, a lovely green space in Te Anau. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the local tours.

Lake Manapouri

Use the shores of this striking lake as a base when visiting the popular Doubtful Sound and many other beautiful areas in Fiordland National Park.

Fiordland National Park featuring a river or creek and mountains

Gertrude Saddle

Challenge yourself in New Zealand’s mystical Fiordland National Park to climb to this majestic mountain ridge for breathtaking vistas of Milford Sound.

We kayaked overnight. It rained like crazy and the bugs were atrocious. This was the scene the next morning. #Adventure.

Doubtful Sound

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Doubtful Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Te Anau Glowworm Caves

Explore the great outdoors at Te Anau Glowworm Caves, a lovely green space in Fiordland National Park. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the local tours.

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