The Rhodes South Island Picks

Having just returned from travel throughout the South Island with Gabe and Jen would want to offer future travellers our list of favorite places. The months of Feb. and March usually bring delightful weather which can turn on you quickly bringing a cold antarctic blast with snow to low elevations as Gabe and Jen found on their hike on the Routeburn Track. They had to wear everything in their packs just to stay warm!

We began our exploration with a hike on the AbelTasman Track, driving near the end of the trail where we left the car and hiked 6 hrs. to a lovely old house which had been turned into bunks for hikers. The kids loved the experience and I loved the scenery but am not big on carrying everything on my back like a camel. Sleeping in a room with strangers also is not high on my list. I know, it sounds like this wouldn't be one of our PICKS but it truly was fun.